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22 Wu-Tang Clanovations

Recounting the Group's Influence on ODB's Death Anniversary

— November 13, 2012 — Pop Culture
On ODB's death anniversary, we remember his part in the nearly 20-year cultural explosion that is the Wu-Tang Clan. The Clan emerged in 1993 as a force unseen in the hip hop world. Nine members from different crews in different areas of New York came together under the guidance of RZA and broke onto the scene with the single 'Protect Ya Neck.' Their appeal was instantly recognizable as their iconic logo started popping up on t-shirts, flags, shoes and more. Gaining a cult-like following, Wu-Tang continued to exercise their cultural influence and grew into a one-of-a-kind rap crew that's yet to be seriously rivaled.

Made up of Raekwon, Ghostface Killah, GZA, RZA, U-God, Masta Killah, Method Man, Inspectah Deck and the undeniably charismatic Ol' Dirty Bastard, Wu-Tang combined elements of hardcore hip hop, martial arts principles, humor and comraderie. In 2004, Ol' Dirty Bastard passed away and today marks the eight-year anniversary of this sad date. Pour some out on ODB's death anniversary while enjoying these Wu-Tang finds.
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Rapping Food Shorts
Rapping Food Shorts
Bankshot Shoots a Stop-Motion Video Using Talking Edibles
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Rapper Directorial Debuts
Rapper Directorial Debuts
'The Man With the Iron Fists' Directed by RZA Looks Like Kung Fu Gold
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Rapper-Rendered Skate Decks
Rapper-Rendered Skate Decks
The Pretty Toney Deck Bears Ghostface Killah's Likeness
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Vintage Rap Crew Graphics
Vintage Rap Crew Graphics
The Honkey Kong 'Wu-Sciples' Print is Holy
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Rap Star Golf Kicks
Rap Star Golf Kicks
Wu Fila Cream are the Key to the 36 Chambers
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Wu-Tang Artists
Wu-Tang Artists
The Rza Art Bombing Shows a Different Side to the Rapper
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Infamous Rap Threads
Infamous Rap Threads
The Wu Tang Brand Raglan Will Protect Ya Neck
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Hip-Hop Street Cruisers
Hip-Hop Street Cruisers
Hit the Pavement with the Chapman Skateboards x Wu-Tang Decks
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14
Rapstar Toques
Rapstar Toques
The Shaolin Wu Knit Cap is Nothing to Mess With
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Rap Crew Trousers
Rap Crew Trousers
These Wu Tang Pants Ain't Nothing to Mess Wit'
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12
Wicked Wu Decks
Wicked Wu Decks
Applebum and Wu-Tang Create Sweet New Skateboard Deck
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Grayscale Hip-Hop Portraiture
Grayscale Hip-Hop Portraiture
Strassenkoeter Pays Homage to Iconic MCs with Incredible Artworks
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10
Legendary Hip-Hop Fashion
Legendary Hip-Hop Fashion
The Babylon Wu T-Shirts Make Me Long for ODB
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Mock Rock Tees
Mock Rock Tees
Monsters of Grok Transforms Names of Intellects into Popular Band Logos
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Old School Rap Threads
Old School Rap Threads
The Wu Tang Brand Photo T-Shirts Ain't Nothing to Mess Wit
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Epic Rap Kicks
Epic Rap Kicks
The Wu-Tang Clan "Killerbee" Shoes Ain't Nothing to Mess With
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Jedi Album Covers
Jedi Album Covers
The Star Wars Record Shop Mashes Music with The Force
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5
Flip The Bird Shoes
Flip The Bird Shoes
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Freaky Pop Art Illustrations
Freaky Pop Art Illustrations
Robert Bowen Blends Several Distinct Styles to Create His Own
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3
Rap Crew Hats
Rap Crew Hats
The Shaolin Wu Cap is Actually the 37th Chamber
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2
Hip-Hop Sportswear
Hip-Hop Sportswear
The Wu-Tang Clan Hockey Jersey is Nothing to Mess With
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Hip-Hop Skater Portraits
Hip-Hop Skater Portraits
Luka Maeder Captures the Urban Pioneers of Cool
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