Music1992–present
GZA
Wu-Tang Clan's most lyrically dense member, known as The Genius, whose debut Liquid Swords is considered one of the greatest rap albums ever made.
Origin
Brooklyn, New York
Genre
Hip-HopRap
Pantheon Standing
| List Name | Rank | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| Top 50 Hip Hop Artists of All Time | — | — |
The Cultural Record
Discography
B
Beneath the Surface1999
M
Mas Fino Que Prendo2023
EP & Mixtape
Grandmasters2005
L
Liquid Swords1995
Pro Tools2008
Member Of
Rank History
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