| Legend of the Wu-Tang: Wu-Tang Clan's Greatest Hits | ||||
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| Greatest hits album by | ||||
| Released | October 26, 2004 | |||
| Genre | Hip-hop | |||
| Length | 69:42 | |||
| Label | BMG Heritage | |||
| Wu-Tang Clan chronology | ||||
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| Review scores | |
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| Source | Rating |
| AllMusic | |
| AllHipHop | |
| RapReviews | 8/10 |
Legend of the Wu-Tang: Wu-Tang Clan's Greatest Hits is a compilation album by the American hip hop group Wu-Tang Clan, released in 2004. It is notable for including the rare unedited version of "Protect Ya Neck", a remix of the song "Method Man" with alternate verses, as well as "Shaolin Worldwide", "Sucker M.C.'s" (a Run D.M.C. cover) and "Diesel", three tracks the Wu-Tang produced for soundtracks and compilations. The inside booklet can be unfolded to form a mini-poster of the group. The album was made to further cement Wu Tang Clan's legacy as one of the most influential groups in recent years. The album was also made to not only help introduce new listeners to the group's music but to also satisfy fans of the group as well.
The album debuted at number 72 on the Billboard 200 chart. In the United Kingdom, it opened at number 28 on the UK Hip Hop and R&B Albums Chart. In 2018, the album was certified Silver by BPI.
Track listing
| No. | Title | Original album | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "C.R.E.A.M." | Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers) | 4:10 |
| 2. | "Method Man" (Skunk Mix) | Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers) | 3:09 |
| 3. | "Protect Ya Neck" (Bloody Version) | Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers) | 5:03 |
| 4. | "Wu-Tang Clan Ain't Nuthing ta F' Wit" | Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers) | 3:32 |
| 5. | "Can It Be All So Simple" | Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers) | 4:11 |
| 6. | "Shame on a Nigga" | Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers) | 2:54 |
| 7. | "Da Mystery of Chessboxin'" | Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers) | 4:47 |
| 8. | "Reunited" | Wu-Tang Forever | 5:22 |
| 9. | "It's Yourz" | Wu-Tang Forever | 4:13 |
| 10. | "Triumph" (featuring Cappadonna) | Wu-Tang Forever | 5:37 |
| 11. | "Gravel Pit" | The W | 4:13 |
| 12. | "Protect Ya Neck (The Jump Off)" | The W | 3:58 |
| 13. | "Sucker M.C.'s" | In tha Beginning...There Was Rap | 3:44 |
| 14. | "Uzi (Pinky Ring)" | Iron Flag | 5:17 |
| 15. | "Shaolin Worldwide" | Next Friday soundtrack | 4:03 |
| 16. | "Diesel" (featuring RZA, Method Man, U-God, Raekwon & Ol' Dirty) | Soul in the Hole soundtrack | 5:29 |
Charts
| Chart (2004) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| UK R&B Albums (OCC) | 28 |
| US Billboard 200 | 72 |
References
- ^ Kellman, Andy. "Legend of the Wu-Tang Clan: Wu-Tang Clan's Greatest Hits – Wu-Tang Clan | Songs, Reviews, Credits, Awards | AllMusic". AllMusic. Rovi Corporation. Retrieved 23 April 2014.
- ^ a b Newman, Jason (27 October 2004). "Legend of the Wu-Tang: Wu-Tang Clan's Greatest Hits". AllHipHop. Archived from the original on 12 July 2023. Retrieved 13 April 2022.
- ^ Juon, Steve "Flash" (27 October 2004). "Wu-Tang Clan :: Legend of the Wu-Tang * Wu-Tang Clan's Greatest Hits". RapReviews. Archived from the original on 24 June 2024. Retrieved 29 October 2024.
- ^ Cashmore, Pete (12 September 2005). "Wu Tang Clan : Legend Of The Wu-Tang : Wu-Tang Clan's Greatest Hits". NME. Archived from the original on 19 April 2022. Retrieved 13 April 2022.
- ^ "Wu-Tang Clan: Legend of the Wu-Tang - Greatest Hits". British Phonographic Industry. Archived from the original on 30 November 2024. Retrieved 30 November 2024.
- ^ "Official R&B Albums Chart Top 40". Official Charts Company. Retrieved 30 November 2024.
- ^ "Billboard 200 – Week of November 13, 2004". Billboard. Archived from the original on 6 October 2022. Retrieved 30 November 2024.
