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The Wu-Tang Clan is an American hip-hop collective formed in Staten Island, New York City, in 1992. The group consists of RZA, GZA, Method Man, Raekwon, Ghostface Killah, Inspectah Deck, U-God, Masta Killa, and the late Ol' Dirty Bastard, who passed away in 2004. Their close associate, Cappadonna, later became an official member. Widely regarded as one of the greatest hip-hop groups of all time, Wu-Tang Clan is credited with revitalizing East Coast hip-hop.

After signing with Steve Rifkind's label Loud Records in 1992, the Wu-Tang Clan released their debut album, Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers), in 1993. Initially receiving positive reviews, the album has since been hailed as a classic and one of the most influential hip-hop albums ever. Between 1994 and 1996, the group members released successful solo albums, further solidifying their influence in the music industry. In 1997, they released their second album, Wu-Tang Forever, which debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 and was nominated for Best Rap Album at the 1998 Grammy Awards. The group followed with additional albums, including The W (2000), Iron Flag (2001), 8 Diagrams (2007), and A Better Tomorrow (2014), though these later albums didn't achieve the same level of acclaim. Their seventh album, Once Upon a Time in Shaolin (2015), was a unique single-copy release purchased for $2 million by former hedge fund manager Martin Shkreli.

Beyond their own music, the Wu-Tang Clan has played a pivotal role in launching the careers of several affiliated artists and groups, collectively known as the Wu-Tang Killa Bees. This network of artists has expanded the Wu-Tang legacy, making a lasting impact on the hip-hop landscape.