Ice Cream
Wu-Tang Clan
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11 facts about this song
Release Date and Album"Ice Cream" was released by Wu-Tang Clan's Raekwon on August 1, 1995. It appears on his debut solo album, “Only Built 4 Cuban Linx...”.
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CollaboratorsThis song features Wu-Tang Clan members Ghostface Killah, Method Man, and Cappadonna. The album it's featured on is often attributed to the duo of Raekwon and Ghostface Killah.
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ProductionRZA, also a member of the Wu-Tang Clan, produced the song. RZA's production style on this song incorporates a sped-up soul sample, which has become a hallmark of the Wu-Tang Clan's style.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Ice Cream" features the rappers spitting their verses in front of an ice cream truck. It's considered a classic of the mid-90s hip hop era.
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SlangThe song contains a lot of slang. 'Ice Cream' is used as a metaphor for the attraction towards women, which is a creative use of slang typical of Wu-Tang lyrics.
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Critical Acclaim“Ice Cream” is considered one of Wu-Tang Clan's signature songs, often celebrated for its clever wordplay and RZA's innovative production style.
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Chart Performance"Ice Cream" was highly successful upon its release. It peaked at number 5 on the Billboard Hot Rap Singles chart and number 37 on the Hot 100, making it one of the highest-charting singles by a Wu-Tang Clan member.
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SamplesThe song contains a sample from Earl Klugh's "A Time For Love". This sort of eclectic, unexpected sample is typical of RZA's production style.
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Cultural ImpactThe song's hook, delivered by Method Man, "Watch these rap n***** get all up in your guts...", has been frequently referenced and interpolated in other hip-hop songs, testifying to its lasting impact on the genre.
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LegacyIn 2021, to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Raekwon's “Only Built 4 Cuban Linx...”, Ghostface Killah and Raekwon performed the entire album, including "Ice Cream", during a livestreamed concert. This reflects the song’s enduring popularity among fans.
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ControversyDespite its success and influence, "Ice Cream" has also been the subject of some controversy for its explicit content and its objectification of women.
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