GZA and Wu-Tang Clan

Emerging from Staten Island in 1993, Wu-Tang Clan revolutionized hip-hop with their debut Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers), featuring core members RZA, GZA, Method Man, and Ol' Dirty Bastard. Known for gritty beats and martial arts themes, their solo projects turned massive hits like "C.R.E.A.M." into lasting legacies. They collaborated with popular artists, formed side groups like Gravediggaz, and inspired controversial moments. With awards and global acclaim, Wu-Tang's influence and innovation remain legendary in hip-hop history.

GZA, born Gary Grice in Staten Island, NY, is a revered Wu-Tang Clan member known for cerebral, intricate rhymes. His solo albums, Liquid Swords and Beneath the Surface, are hip-hop classics. Collaborating with DJ Muggs and others, he lectured at top universities and blended science with hip-hop for NYC students.