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Raekwon says there’s no beef among those in Wu-Tang Clan, but adds that he won’t be joining the group on tour.
Months after Wu-Tang Clan released its sixth studio album, A Better Tomorrow, Raekwon offered a stern critique of the project. While speaking with NME.com, the Wu-Tang spitter revealed that the album felt “too soft” and “too humble.”
Rae then elaborated on his comments on the album being “too soft” by stating that he wanted to offer fans “some real shit” on A Better Tomorrow. He explained that in the end, the project was more so tailored to RZA’s liking.
"That album felt kinda bored,” Raekwon said. “And that’s not just my opinion. The music was just too soft. Too humble. I felt like the album could have been better. I voiced my opinion, like, 'Yo, let's give them some real shit.' The album was driven more to RZA’s expectations. He was coming from one way. We was wanting to try something new."
Additionally, Raekwon revealed that he will not be touring with the group this year, and shot down any ideas that beef among those in Wu was behind his decision.
According to the rapper, management and his other obligations contributed to him being unable to tour with Wu-Tang Clan in the UK.
"I ain't going on the road with Wu-Tang this year," he said. "Fans will think it’s beef in the group, but it’s all management. I didn't know shit about the tour. They just assume I’m good to be there and put it all together, but by then I got obligations, a fucking schedule. It’s frustrating, ‘cos I’d love to be there."
Raekwon is currently preparing for the release of his new album, F.I.L.A. (Fly International Luxurious Art). The album, which serves as Rae’s sixth solo album, is slated for release April 28.