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From Staircase to Stage

By: Raekwon, Anthony Bozza - contributor
Narrated by: Landon Woodson, Raekwon
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Summary

Legendary wordsmith Raekwon the Chef opens up about his journey from the staircases of Park Hill in Staten Island to sold-out stadiums around the world with the Wu-Tang Clan in this revealing memoir—perfect for fans of The Autobiography of Gucci Mane and Hustle Harder, Hustle Smarter.

There are rappers that everyone loves, and there are rappers that every rapper loves, and Corey Woods, a.k.a. Raekwon the Chef, is one of the few who is both. His versatile flow, natural storytelling and evocative imagery has inspired legions of fans and a new generation of rappers. As one of the founding members of Wu-Tang Clan, Raekwon’s voice and cadence is synonymous with the inimitable sound that has made the group iconic since 1991.

Now, for the first time, Raekwon tells his full story, from struggling through poverty to make ends meet to turning a hobby into a legacy. The Wu-Tang story is dense, complex and full of drama, and here nothing is off limits: the group’s underground origins, secrets behind songs like 'C.R.E.A.M.' and 'Protect Ya Neck', and what it took to be one of the first hip-hop groups to break into the mainstream. Raekwon also dives deep into the making of his meticulous solo albums—particularly the classic Only Built 4 Cuban Linx—and talks about how spirituality and fatherhood continue to inspire his unstoppable creative process.

A celebration of perseverance and the power of music, From Staircase to Stage is a master storyteller’s lifelong journey to stay true to himself and his roots.

©2021 Corey Wppds (P)2021 Simon & Schuster Inc.

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Great book & insight to the Goat hip hop group

Wu Tang Forever 🔥🔥 A great insight into the greatest Hip Hop groups of all time. Any fan of music needs to give it a listen. The chef is a true legend in the game. https://linktr.ee/BOYOWORLD

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Big fan of the Wu

Huge Wu fan and this book is something I absolutely needed.
Narrator is very good and the little interviews with Rae at the end of each chapter are icing on the cake.
This book details Rae's life from child to Wu Tang TV series and it's full of so many little behind the scenes gems which explain what was going on during the production of each album. The later chapters are really interesting and sad to see how a tight knit family like Wu was getting pulled apart by money and members.

Highly recommend for an fan of Wu Tang or music in general.

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Great insight to the life of Raekwon

Well narrated and an honest account of a life that could have been very different!

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Sincere account of the Raekwon’s life.

Couldn’t stop listening to this book. A truly sincere account of the Chef growing up in the hood, his involvement in the formation of Wu-Tang and later his solo projects. The book is incredibly informative, well narrated a must for any Wu Tang or Hip Hop fan in general. Hats off to you Reakwon, that’s one hell of a journey you’ve been on man.

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Cooking up

Everything you need to know, really enjoyed it, couldn't stop listening. A must for fan's and even casuals. Charts Raekwon's early years very vividly and is a great insite into how the Clan formed. Excellent

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Big Ratings For Raekwon The Chef

The love, respect and loyalty Raekwon has for his friends and family is evident - it was a pleasure to learn about his life and the road he’s taken to get him to where he is. Rediscovering Raekwon and Wu Tang off the back of this audiobook has been massively welcome.

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in-depth and sincere

a brilliant book by Rae recommend to Wu and Rae fans, hip hop and music fans. great insight into like in NY and the life of a pillar of Wu tang. inspiring.

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Loved it

loved getting the insight into the story behind a win so questionable in the way of how was everyone getting paid. I now understand. It made me go back and listen to the albums differently. I would definitely recommend

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Excellent and interesting.

From staircase to stage Excellent listen and well preformed. Protect ya neck 👊🏾 Respect Reakwon.

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Take Cuban Linx to another level

Miraculously detailed and a rollercoaster at times, Rae comes off even more enigmatic and really lays it on the line so the reader can feel the highs and incredible lows of his journey. Feels like a sacrifice and a heroic tale at the same time. Honestly magnificent work for any fan of the Chef to get closer to those early days in Shaolin and beyond.

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