Released in 1996, Ghostface Killah's groundbreaking debut solo album, 'Ironman', swiftly achieved immense success. It debuted at number two on the Billboard 200 chart and claimed the top spot on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart. Produced by the legendary RZA, 'Ironman' draws inspiration from a diverse range of influences, including blaxploitation films and classic soul music. This innovative blend effectively paved the way for new territory in hip-hop. The album features unforgettable tracks like 'Daytona 500' with Raekwon and Cappadonna, as well as the soulful and poignant 'All I Got Is You' featuring Mary J. Blige. Arguably the best of the group's solo albums to date, 'Ironman' showcases inventive production and rhymes, solidifying its place as another remarkable entry in the Wu-Tang legacy.
Track-listing
Side A
1. Iron Maiden
2. Wildflower
3. The Faster Blade (feat. Raekwon)
4. 260 (feat. Raekwon)
Side B
1. Assassination Day (feat. Raekwon, RZA & Inspektah Deck)
2. Poisonous Darts
3. Winter Warz (feat. Cappadonna, U-God & Masta Killa)
4. Box In Hand (feat. Method Man & Street)
Side C
1. Fish (feat. Raekwon & Cappadonna)
2. Camay (feat. Raekwon & Cappadonna)
3. Daytona 500 (feat. Raekwon & Cappadonna)
4. Motherless Child (feat. Raekwon)
Side D
1. Black Jesus (feat. Raekwon & U-God)
2. After The Smoke Is Clear
3. All That I Got Is You (feat. Mary J. Blige)
4. Soul Controller
