From Staircase to Stage

The Story of Raekwon and the Wu-Tang Clan

De: Raekwon, Anthony Bozza

Narrado por: Landon Woodson, Raekwon

Featuring an exclusive interview with Raekwon the Chef and his son!

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 Wu-Tang Clan in this revealing memoir. Perfect for fans of The Autobiography of Gucci Mane and Hustle Harder, Hustle Smarter.

There are rappers who everyone loves and there are rappers who 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 have inspired legions of fans and a new generation of rappers. Raekwon is one of the founding members of Wu-Tang Clan, and his voice and cadence are synonymous with the sound that has made the group iconic since 1991.

Now, for the first time, Raekwon tells his whole story, from struggling through poverty in order to make ends meet to turning a hobby into a legacy. The Wu-Tang tale is dense, complex, and full of drama, and here nothing is off-limits: the group’s 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 go from the underground to the mainstream. Raekwon also delves 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 Woods. All rights reserved. (P)2021 Simon & Schuster, Inc. All rights reserved.

Dope Story

This was an amazing story. I was especially impressed with the interview with his son at the end of the chapters

Great story!

Been a fan of Wu and Rae since day one. This book was great and kept my interest the whole time!

Great one

This story was moving! Love to see how our own made it. We often see the glory not understanding the full story Salute to Raekwon, my big bro. Met him once on a bench in NY, my cousin boyfriend at the time introduced us. He was very chill. I pray for healing in the groups brotherhood.

Storytelling from one of Wu's Finest

Stories about the chef are always received as a blessing. Good storytelling, and the convos with Rae and his son were the icing on the cake. Hip Hop fans don't miss this one.

Wu Tang Forever

Amazing perspective from The Chef himself. What a beautiful story. Hyped to see the doc!

Great stories, very vivid and detailed.

Great book that details the life of Raekwon before and during the Wu era. Full of great stories would recommend.

Whoa!!!!!

Ray Ellis
This is a very good book and gives good understanding of the Wu-tang Clan’s group dynamics on business, family, and their inspirations on how they recorded one the best albums in Hip Hop. Raekwon always have seemed like a standup dude after reading this book I can see he definitely is, even with the arguments with his band mates which I will definitely say are his true brothers, Raekwon has a story to tell that is as good as the stories in his music!

loved it

Dope book! I really wish Rae would have narrated . Especially the rap parts ! His flow is unmatched!!!! Salute To The Chef!!!!!

It was a good listen

I wish I was able to hear his story in his own words. but it was interesting 🤔 I thought his story was real and I'm glad to know he is doing well. You never know someone's struggle

To look inside a Super Group !

The Chef is really a good guy. Great story of growth. Funny in a few parts. Getting the “Big Head” in ref to the Hollywood crowd had me rolling. Don’t know-body know you like your brother ..lol …Dope story.