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The Chef feat Raekwon

7 de maio de 2026 · 43 min

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What if the “Purple Tape” was green?

Does Polo Ralph Lauren and Clarks’ Wallabees owe Wu-Tang residuals for teaching an entire generation how to rock each brand?

And how did Raekwon navigate dropping his solo album AFTER standout projects from both Meth and Ghost?


This week on the Almanac of Rap, Donwill sits down with Wu-Tang Clan founding member and future Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, Raekwon. Don and Rae discuss his influential solo debut album "Only Built for Cuban Linx," its iconic purple tape marketing, and the challenges of producing its sequel. Raekwon breaks down:

The importance of authenticity, hard work, and expanding the Wu-Tang universe through his music.

His impact on fashion, including popularizing the Polo Snow Beach jacket and various collaborations that support emerging artists.

His current goals of educating youth and maintaining artistic integrity.


🤳🏾 Got a question, comment or compliment? Leave a message today at 1-877-DONWILL (366-9455) It might just end up in an episode!🎙️


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