Talib Kweli & Inspectah Deck Talk Wu-Tang, Best Verses, Czarface, & Method Man | People's Party Full

[@uproxx]

TIME STAMPS: 2:26 -- Deck speaks to people's decreased attention span regarding the lyrical side of hip hop and some of the departures from originality, innovation, and it's competitive edge that have taken place with the move to exploitation and commercialization of the culture. He also lists off some of the greats that impacted him the most coming up, tells why lyrics mattered more in his day, and Deck reflects on being influenced by all the neighboring cities he frequently traveled while growing up in the Park Hill projects of Staten Island, NY. He also speaks to how he had to roll through other areas with large groups because people would call them out on their Staten Island residency. They go on to discuss the instant notoriety their city gained when Wu-Tang Clan hit the scene, and how each member represented their neighborhoods individually. 14:44 -- Deck is asked about the 5 Percenter aspect of the Wu-Tang Clan, and what that philosophy means to him in these current-day conditions. Deck goes into Poppa Wu's influence on him, and how he was like a father figure he missed while growing up. Deck talks about taking the things that meant sense to him, and applying those to his own life. Jasmin goes on to ask Deck about losing his father at age 6, what he learned from his mother, as well as to expand on some of the struggles he witnessed her go through while growing up. Talib goes on to ask Deck for his views on the conversations being held today over defunding the police, and abolishing modern day prisons, as someone that has spent time in the system himself. 25:52 -- Deck talks about what it meant to him to be the first batter up on Wu-Tang's break-out single 'Protect Ya Neck', and having the honor of making that first impression of a group that changed the landscape of the culture. He tells how he would be the one to always have a fresh set of bars to go when he dropped into the studio, and Deck also responds to Method Man's quote stating "Inspectah Deck, he's like that dude that'll sit back and watch you play yourself and all that right? And see you sit there and know you lying; and he'll take you to court after that, cause he the Inspectah." 30:58 -- Jasmin asks Deck how close all the members of the Wu really were, and if there were clicks within the collective, which prompts Deck into expanding on some of the members he grew up in close proximity to. He then shares some valuable lessons learned from RZA about forward thinking, some jewels he received from GZA about writing that dramatically improved his pen game, and he notes U-God's unflinching honesty, teaching Deck how "not to f*ck up your money". He also reflects on Masta Killah and his choice words for the group, as the one elected to have his head chopped off in the Protect Ya Neck music video. 39:53 -- Talib thanks Deck for the verse that he dropped on one Wu's classic track 'C.R.E.A.M' and notes it's impact on him at that particular time in his life. Deck goes on to touch on the influence of that song on the culture and his headspace while writing his historic bars on that song, as well as Raekwon's specific role with his verse. He also explains how what could have been a straight-forward hustler's anthem actually turned into a conscious rap song. Jasmin asks Deck how he felt after C.R.E.A.M. put Wu-Tang onto global rockstar status. Deck responds with "that's when they started saying Wu-Tang fell off". They also discuss the longevity of Wu-Tang's hold on pop culture throughout the years. 52:09 -- Deck frames his thought process when he penned his classic verse on Wu-Tang's 'Triumph'. He outlines the day RZA was conducting the beat sometime around 4 in the morning, Deck sitting nearby with a pen and paper, and him reflecting on a verse he dropped earlier on a Tony Touch mixtape. Deck illustrates his and the other's reactions when they heard the finished product on full blast. They also discuss Deck and Lady Of Rage's verses for 2Pac's 'Got My Mind Made Up' not making the official release, why he heard they got taken off, and tells about time spent with the Death Row family around the recording session. 1:02:13 -- Deck speaks on his debut album 'Uncontrolled Substance', that was originally slated for release in 1995, but was indefinitely postponed after a flood destroyed over 100 beats in RZA's basement, including his original productions for the album. He talks about learning some hard lessons about the industry through that incident. Deck also gets into some of the work that he's done with producer/rapper Terminology, shared how they linked up, and talks about the Czarface collective of himself and 7L & Esoteric, consistently dropping material since 2013. They also discuss Deck's affinity for Spiderman and how they worked superhero themes into Czarface. 1:13:56 -- Talib asks Deck if he's ever experienced push-back from white fans for being publicly pro-black, and what he feels is the responsibility of white fans or white participants within hip hop culture. Deck goes on to illustrate his interpretation of what it means to be pro-black, as well as his laid back approach to navitaging negative energy on twitter feeds, and persistent trollers. Jasmin goes on to ask Deck how he felt about rapper Joey Bada$$ playing his part in 'Wu-Tang: An American Saga', and if he's had the chance to visit the set. Deck also gets into his friendship with Method Man, and how the two almost formed a group together before Wu-Tang came together. 1:23:33 -- The conversation circles back to Deck's debut release 'Uncontrolled Substance', and how he took a stab at doing much of the album's production himself due to RZA being tied up in other projects at the time. He talks about the struggles with all the things needed to learn about production, the legalities of releasing the record, as well as avoiding all the pitfalls of the industry. He also speaks to how important it is for anyone to learn how to utilize google searches, being by in large the best tool he found on his path to learning everything he needed to know. Deck also touches on wise money management and now being at point where he is completely content with his level of success. 1:36:35 -- Deck tells about his relationship with Ol' Dirty Bastard and taking on the role of the angel on Dirt's shoulder, constantly reminding him of the tremendous opportunity that he's given himself and to not blow it all. Talib brings up Deck's upcoming book 'From Pawn To King', being a manifesto of Deck's navigating the dirty waters of the record business, blindly "pushing across the board" as a pawn to eventually reaching kingship, finding peace within himself along the way. He also speaks on cancelling 'cancel culture' and taking up 'embracement culture', the type of energy he wants to put out into the world, and enjoying the anonymity of being widely respected but not often recognizable.

[@starchiiiiild]

How old is this interview? They speak about the 'new' album 9th Chamber, but that was out in 2019. Amazing interview once again thanks guys. Hope you eventually have the rest of the Wu on!

[@pradeepdangi9954]

Oh nice talib acting like he is president of hiphop...what a dweeb

[@aaronhow2568]

Thank you very much for the time stamps! :)

[@saturncrush]

Nice!!

[@lavellepenn6837]

We need someone to interview Talib please!!! That would be super dope 💯👌🏿✊🏿

[@MrIncognito2020]

It’s no coincidence that the most insightful interviews on the people’s party have come from Meth, RZA and Deck. The Wu Tang Clan’s knowledge of self is overwhelming. Raekwon’s interview’s are also gems. Deck is one of the GOATs.

[@Jzarecta]

Wish GZA and Killah Priest makes it to the people's party.

[@seph---]

Facts yo. These dudes different. Always have been. "Wu Tang is for the children"

[@JasminLeigh]

I agree still want to have RZA back for a deep dive as well and hour was not enough

[@thedriftmc]

Each one a different energy, a different element. Will never be repeated.

[@InfectedChris]

Deck talking about how important it is to be able to properly write a sentence is something I can easily relate to. My English teacher was the same way. Being able to communicate is one of the most important skills anyone can have.

[@JasminLeigh]

You have nothing if you don’t know how to communicate

[@LivewyreTheCyborg]

One of the greatest lyricists and wordsmiths of all time 🙌 super underrated.

[@uproxx]

All underrated lyrics squad? WHO ELSE IS ON THE LIST???

[@LivewyreTheCyborg]

@@uproxx Now that's a great idea right there and I gotta think on it to do it justice. Deck was probably my #1 pick, but I know there's more. Anybody should feel free to throw someone's name in the hat. I'll give you a darkhorse that's from the south, T-Rock.

[@docm4544]

@@uproxx Elzhi, Chali 2na, Del, Souls Of Mischief, Pharcyde, Xzibit, Masta Ace

[@brianpbillingsley3687]

Skee Lo is a low key monster.

[@alizway772]

@@uproxx Killah Priest, Cormega, Locksmith

[@tomflorea9363]

Tupac kicked Inspectah Deck off one of his tracks after hearing him body everyone else. What a GOAT.

[@uproxx]

It's in the episode -- check it!

[@nuyorican91st]

Pac knew lyrically he was inferior.wu aint gonna water down nothing.its survival of the illest!

[@nuyorican91st]

Im so proud to be born in new york uptown 114th street st lukes hospital.new york always with me

[@therealkabal]

Because Pac was wack

[@Spacepluscaptive]

Inspectah Deck💯💯

[@wikionthisfreestyle]

"Poisonous paragraphs, smash ya phonograph in half, it be the Inspectah Deck on the warpath !!" 🔥🔥✌

[@razwanakram4446]

💥💥💥💥💥💥💥💥💥

[@jrockel]

"First class leavin mic's with a cast, causin ruckus like the aftermath when guns blast!"

[@rajeshtamangg19]

@@jrockel Run fast, here comes the verbal assaulter Rhymes runnin' wild like a child in a walker

[@renegonzalez6058]

inspectah got THE BEST LINES in all of wu... less technical than GZA, less crazy than odb, less catchy than meth... but the most balanced and powerful out of the clan! ins ya highness, the rebel 4eva!!!

[@kaydeevillegas4567]

Ins the rebel!!!

[@MrCokamoepro]

Rebel INS whole contribution to the "Wu Tang Forever" album was immaculate every verse was completely flawless!

[@gambitgrey3920]

"The City"!!!

[@loudiamonds6587]

Flawless indeed

[@loudiamonds6587]

Flawless indeed

[@liveone11]

His verse on For Heaven’s Sake is BANANAS

[@qdontae6]

Itz Yourz was awesome too of course Trimph but that shit was hard

[@MERGE-1]

Rebel INS was so underrated. One of NYC illest ever. “Tactical narcotic, task force, back off fast Cause the crime boss is passin off cash Extortions, for portions of streets, causes beef Havin followers of Indians trying to play Chief” - Cold World

[@GeneralWisefool]

You witness the saga, Casualties and drama, Life is a script, I'm not an actor, But the author......

[@Ryanbwin]

Of a modern day opera, where the main character is presidential paper the dominant factor.

[@MERGE-1]

@@DD-vz7mb Definitely one of his best my brother! True indeed

[@MERGE-1]

@@Ryanbwin True indeed! Mega fire verse. When it meant something. Thought provoking street knowledge at its purest form my dude. Nothing like my era

[@MERGE-1]

@@GeneralWisefool That’s that real energy! ✊🏽✊🏽🔥

[@mikeychainsaw9760]

Gza & deck should make a album together. Everytime they throw darts together it be mad ill. ( sparring minds)

[@MrHunter1208]

My 2 favs of the Wu.

[@stakesishigh8443]

Deck always starts, Gza always finishes

[@suleimanmustafa1473]

Cold world

[@SIRTURF]

"Mad ill" That's hella New York Bro lol!! Peace Broody.

[@waltbcouncil4786]

Great intro.

[@ARIF74]

The lost of Inspectah's album in that flood is a Hip-Hop tragedy. Being said so, I appreciate his debut album in its own. I don't compare chambers, I go through them trying to absorb what every Wu member tried to do with his work. Mad respect to Deck! Word up!

[@agrowax]

Might like this.....might not. kzbin.info/www/bejne/sGWpcoWZqtislaM

[@rbiznezz2]

indeed, its one of the greatest hip hop 'what if's...

[@pleaseplantme-n3b]

Indeed

[@mikeychainsaw9760]

Word he said he didn't have alot of clan participation. Original problem did

[@cazm360]

Very well said

[@Jdowling357]

Deck is on my goat list. And the beat he made for gza beneath the surface- so much talent contained in one man . Respect

[@skorwolf2719]

I liked that method man beat he made

[@MrIncognito2020]

Deck the only rapper to have his bars recited on Family Guy and not have a joke made about it.

[@j2323j]

What season What episode

[@JasminLeigh]

@Tommy Chong Facts

[@MrIncognito2020]

@@j2323j kzbin.info/www/bejne/jGqmfXVrl8mCp7M

[@Dogen70]

?????? I missed that

[@tone-tt1ur]

@@j2323j where Chris got involved with a rock band. Lois went through his room, and was reading decks verse off bring da ruckus

[@antfrancis9941]

Bursting with pride right about now. The only thing missing is some new wu tang music.🙌

[@GeneralWisefool]

Yeah man it's good to see fellow heads reminiscing over man's bars like it was dropped yesterday. Wu Tang era like that golden era was fucking timeless never to be forgotten.

[@WingoTribe704]

Peace to Ghost!! He not playing

[@abeautifulmind9591]

I freaking love him!! Deck is so talented intelligent and gifted. I love his vibe alone!! One of the most underrated lyricist in the game.. peace love and respect king!!

[@pro-tinprime4708]

I love Inspectah Deck's humility, like he could body anyone on any track but he is really humble.Much RESPECT

[@thdoom81]

lol i don't think he is humble he is a new yorker LOL...

[@uncvic1]

Glad Deck had his space to talk here. Great talk, everybody 🍻

[@raysibley2038]

there's only certain hip-hop groups that were designed for this hip-hop art and Wu is definetly one of'em!

[@uproxx]

Speak on it!

[@JasminLeigh]

No lies told

[@ronnieturner3110]

Wutang the first group i thnk of any music group period ...

[@raysibley2038]

@@ronnieturner3110 I can name a few though

[@gk_knight]

So refreshing for interviewers to allow the interviewee to speak at length without interrupting their flow. Great interview thanks guys.

[@grahamscott2040]

I love this,,I seen wu in Manhattan with bootcamp and mobb deep,,after the show I'm walking out,,and I see the GZA walking by himself mad humble,about 50 ft in front of me,,I yelled out,yo!the genius!!liquid swords!!he turned around,walked back to me,gave me a pound and said peace brotha,,

[@uncledaybkk]

Deck makes me love HipHop more and more every time I listen to him rhyme.

[@grahamgreen8283]

Yo Deck u the best ! U chilled wit me and my homie in Tucson last year and had a drink wit us ! Thx INS

[@protectourfreedom8221]

Deck is one wise and educated brother...classy brother. Respect 🙌

[@TheExclusiveOne720]

Deck's verses that lesser known but are absolutely monumental: -Spazzola/Meth's T2: Judgment Day -R.E.C. Room/Uncontrolled Substance -Everything/Meth's 4:20 -Musketeers Of Pig Alley/Raekwon's Lex Diamond Story -The Settlement -Sparring Minds/Gza Legend Of The Liquid Sword -Get Ya Weight Up/The Resident Patient -The Abduction/Tony Touch Peacemaker -Silverbacks/Masta Killa's No Said Date -Heaterz/Wu-Tang Forever -A Better Tomorrow/Wu-Tang Forever -Assassination Day/Ironman -Iron Flag/Wu-Tang's Iron Flag -Who Got It/The Movement

[@suleimanmustafa1473]

Thanks for sharing your s true Wu head 👍

[@TheExclusiveOne720]

@@suleimanmustafa1473 27 years brother, die hard fan to the core

[@kongking4088]

Above the clouds all day what a verse.

[@TheExclusiveOne720]

@@kongking4088 Phenomenal but the beat also added to the lyrics he spit Deck's most powerful verse ever may be "A Better Tomorrow" -it's hard to keep control -I bless those who seek a scroll -tryna wake the whole nation & break the sleeper hold -not a role model -I walk a hard role to follow -I sold bottle of sorrow -and chose poems & novels -the gospel, was told -some souls was swallowed hole -mentally they fold -and they eventually sold -the life & times MY GOODNESS!!

[@DjDown1984]

Guillotine - only built for Cuban linx

[@MrJustind886]

Inspectah Deck was always one of the underrated members of the Wu-Tang glad to see hes still doing music and staying in his lane all these years later. Dope interview Wu-tang forever!!!

[@rasungod7257]

I always loved his verse on Gza's " Cold World" song off classic platinum album #LiquidSwords which is celebrating its 25th anniversary this month of November. #November7th1995

[@Jzarecta]

He painted that whole picture. "I'm not the actor but the author"

[@rasungod7257]

@@Jzarecta" Of a modern day opera, where the main character Is presidential paper, the dominant, factor Babies cryin' brothers dyin' and brothers getting knocked Shit is deep on the block and you got me locked down In this cold, cold world..."

[@DaKhid150]

“No time to breeze, under-covers ease up in Grand Pris...”

[@jameswomack819]

" Some Niggas in a jet black Galant / shot up the Chinese restaurant / for this kid named Lamont!" - J. Hunter aka Rebel INS is top 20 without an extensive solo catalog because he was a bar instructor. Not too difficult to understand but a style that becomes medicinal melodic to all listeners like myself 💯 love

[@georgekurtz5189]

Legendary verse 👐🏽🔥

[@thomaswiggins6668]

Decks coldest verses , protect ya neck, cream, triumph , assassination day, play 4 keeps, heatez, the purple tape, lovin’ you , longevity, guillotine, silver backs, duel of the iron mic, cross my heart, it’s yours , jump off , da mystery of chess boxing , people say, etc etc etcccccc!!!!!! Those are a few favorites!!!!!

[@MRRank-st8fv]

Triumph and mystery of chessboxin are phenomenal

[@jamaaldavis2230]

@@MRRank-st8fv his verse on pun treches leches💯🔥🔥

[@mattsharkey8437]

Finally! The unsung hero of the Wu Tang Clan! My favorite member of the group. He was alongside Method Man as the great crossover MC in the group that made everyone listen to his story telling and analogies/similes. He always stood out in their group projects and should have been on the popularity level of Method Man. I personally think his 1995 solo album that was destroyed in the flood of RZA's basement would have been better than Cuban Links and Liquid Swords based on his performances leading up to that great hip hop tragedy. I'm thankful that Talib finally gave a long/well-deserved interview to one of the great overlooked MCs of Hip Hop! GOD Bless and WU TANG Forever!!

[@uproxx]

give this man his flowers!

[@mattsharkey8437]

@@uproxx God bless brother!

[@MantisRapture]

Such a ridiculously dope interview. Deck's always been one of the illest and continues to be.

[@twocents6951]

Wu is a super group. Best hip hop group of all time.

[@laverniogeffer403]

💯💯💯

[@VScriptedVizionairy]

Easily

[@DJ_Shenanigan00]

Can't explain how different Wu Tang was when you 1st heard them back then

[@uproxx]

They grabbed you by the neck. Most intense first listens: Mobb Deep Wu-Tang Outkast Black Star DMX who else?

[@DJ_Shenanigan00]

@@uproxx The Root's clones hit me hard! Jurassic 5 also was very original

[@channel_abc123_]

@@uproxx Big L, Kool Keith

[@gbc10gbc]

@@uproxx Snoop - Deep Cover, Nas - Live at the BBQ, Ice Cube - Straight Outta Compton

[@hip2thabone_da_sticky1]

@@uproxx Onyx!!

[@agrowax]

Who down votes one of the most underrated MCs ever? If WU is not your thing cool...but at least have an open mind enough to know your history.

[@uproxx]

gotta know Deck!

[@anthonymcmillan8273]

An interview worth waiting for!! He's the detective/scientist of HIP HOP! My 3 favorite albums if his are "Uncontrolled substance(99)", "The movement (03)", and "Manifesto (2010)"!

[@DermDZL1]

A lot of people slept on The Movement album

[@Jzarecta]

Czarface was the resurrection of INS career.

[@thecunninlynguist]

Yes, been waiting for this. Wu Tang Forever!

[@uproxx]

Say it loud!

[@Greenery808]

An absolute master, RESPECT to the REBEL INS!

[@Komolafe90]

Great interview, very genuine grounded guy who clearly still finds time to appreciate n count his blessings. #RESPECK DA DECK

[@uproxx]

LOVE

[@jef1544]

I move through the third world, my third eyes the guiding light... True WU heads finish the rhyme

[@uproxx]

Invite the fight, we all die tonight

[@kevinerosa]

“The life I live the 25 to life bid”

[@JonnyRootsDem]

There will never be an era in Hip Hop like the 90s, the excitement of waiting for new artists to drop, no Internet leaks or Twitter whispers, just purely you get it when you get it. I'm from London so you could imagine the pain waiting for that audio food to hit the city. But it was a great feeling still, good interview Talib, well enjoyed it.

[@soulfireclash2882]

I remember just buyin albums that cover looked dope before even know what it was. That was the way to stay plugged in Lol

[@MFgabesylar3030]

Give this man his FLOWERS!

[@Madvillany718]

So true what Deck says about the support Wu-Tang received from fellow rappers, there was a strong sense of community in Hip Hop then. Even thinking back to all the albums of the 90’s, rappers would always dedicate a page of the album sleeve to shouting out rappers and groups who they were inspired or supported by.

[@ericpeacock3356]

Salute to Talib for interviewing Deck. He's overlooked as being one of the best lyricists in hip hop. Not to mention He's a part of 2 legendary groups. Not too many mc's is seeing Deck 100%.

[@7deepbreaths.sounds]

The FIRST verse I ever heard in '92 from the WU .... "I smoke on the mic like smokin Joe Frazier -- the hell raiser -- raisin HELL wit the FLAVA .... " RESPEKT DA DECK!!! And respect what he SAID .... "U learn how to swim by being tossed in that pool" .... WORD

[@KofisUniverse]

Deck is one of the best lyricists in hip hop. In the 90s, he bodied every feature on Wu and non Wu songs.

[@kevthegoat8774]

Facts, he's arguably the best rapper of the 90's

[@brooklynsennyhardaway2430]

1st of all I appreciate this Podcast because one of the dopest Emcees hosts it Secondly I appreciate it because they acknowledge so many rappers and mainly emcees who some people forget or dont show enough love too 💯 The give them their flowers while they're here 💪🏽🙏🏽

[@Stoney-Jacksman]

'Leave it up to me while i be livin proof to kick the truth to the young black youth.' You know someone is reaaaally good, if just typing his rhyme gave me goosebumps and made 300 memories battle for attention in my brain

[@michaelrafales2782]

One of the greatest lyricist of all time. Not to mention the knowledge he dropped throughout the interview. So much respect and gratitude for these two.

[@jaimemartinez2528]

2 of my favorite emcees right here. Too many classic verses to name. But an underrated gem was his verse on "Tru Master" from Pete Rock's "Soul Survivor" album. Give the Rebel his roses now. A true legend in this game. Wu-Tang for life 🙌🏿🙌🏿🙌🏿

[@depthsofmymind4492]

That shit still gets played in my truck

[@RickSanchez-1943]

So many legendary bars to choose from INS some of my favorite: "I move through the third world, my third eye's the guiding light Invite the fight, we all die tonight" "Yo this is MC wizardry, killa bee invasion Men of respect, blessed with wisdom of the ancients My words are blatant, lacerate necks for statements" "I launch like lead projectiles, straight out the basement I suplex your rep, left ruined like the Aztecs Parasites, double edge dice your larynx My hip-hop, is quarantined locked inside the detox" "You're ill, your trail end thoughts are frail I strike the cypher, and let one survive to tell the tale"

[@oskamadison]

HEATERZ!!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@RickSanchez-1943]

@@oskamadison Yes!!!! 🙌🙌

[@oskamadison]

@@RickSanchez-1943 One of the hardest joints on Wu-Tang Forever...

[@RickSanchez-1943]

@@oskamadison agreed 🙌

[@shawnknight2854]

I crystallize my rhymes so you could sniff it

[@bigchino3647]

The effort u put into detailing the podcast timeline of topics.... true commitment to ur podcast. Salute!. Wu tang raised me

[@kbargos]

I have a money green Wu-Tang license plate on the front of my work truck. So I’m living that life.

[@timothylevit2682]

That wutang American saga joint is so hard son from Alaska

[@bobdigi500]

Decks a fuckin legend in the game. I've loved Wu Tang since 93. But over the last 5/6 years I've appreciated Deck so much more. Czarface is awesome. I've heard Deck in interviews over the years. But this almost 2 hour long interview has doubled my appreciation for him. True MC and seems a cool dude too!

[@rubyTech]

Honored to be blessed by the Rebel INS insight and history, the entire Wu... Thee ENTIRE Wu is a force when matched against most groups and Deck is one of the sharpest of that pack . Salute

[@uproxx]

Salute!

[@jayfreedom1592]

The Rebel INS Ya Highness!!! This is a great one. Thanks Uproxx and Kweli (best interviewer) for this one.

[@Repdetec04]

Alright. Respect to INS, but another Pharoahe Monch reference. Can we please see him finally? Waiting for that to be in person would be epic.

[@dawolf856]

My favorite Wu soldier... Deck's verse on 'Triumph' was the shit ! But I was in awe with his verse on 'For Heavens Sake'... damn !

[@kofioa]

My rap style swings like Willie Mays...

[@therealfrelance]

He got them limited edition compositions

[@williemendoza1345]

He was born atomically💥👐🏾

[@r.s.spence5738]

"Ha ha ha ha, yo What you know about this, specialist armed dangerous Hit you close range with this madness Unique design shine like a deep dish"

[@skellysharpz55]

I have so much respect for this guy! Real humble man with a great outlook on everything. He is right some people watch them charts daily and try to make their own way instead of living within the system.

[@tomflorea9363]

Czarface is too slept on. Best collab album I've ever heard was Czarface Meets Metal Face with MF DOOM 🔥🔥🔥

[@uproxx]

YES!

[@DZUDZI_562O8]

Never be another like it.. RIP DOOM💐

[@charlita25]

Deck’s verse was perfect 👍🏾 on CREAM and is actually my favorite verse on the song 🎧 because it was the most relatable. I was a stressed out teenager… depression was at an all time high. That’s what made me love ❤️ the song.

[@noahgreen9998]

Much thanks to all 3 of you for this smart and wonderful interview. You really brought the love and the knowledge to us; a great gift. Deck I'm excited about your book and will read it cover to cover when it drops!

[@bbey7246]

“Wild like a child in a walker. . . “Inspector Deck on the set.Salute to the God!!!🙏🏿🙏🏿🔥🔥☀️🌱🖤🦾👐🏿

[@kiDchemical]

My favorite Wu emcee and I’m a huge Wu fan. Just one of the all time greats overall. The lyrics, the voice, the delivery, everything

[@georgekurtz5189]

And Decks a smart investor. This guy is a legend

[@georgeboosalis4914]

You know when you hear Deck start off any track it’s going to be 🔥 🔥

[@uproxx]

No doubt!!!

[@skellysharpz55]

C.r.e.a.m. hit me in the core. I am a poor white boy from Arkansas. But it made me realize struggle is real for everyone everywhere.

[@ReyHugoTelevision614]

Learned so much from this interview alone. Thanks to all parties involved on this.

[@rustyhornzinstrumentalist-7596]

Deck is The Most Sensible Dude's You Would Wanna Know. I'm Like That as Well, I've Never Been About The Material Stuff But About The Essential Stuff. I'm Also Laid Back and Deal With Things in a Calm Patient Manor Until I'm Left No Choice Not Too. Big Up Deck.

[@jonesjonz1]

👏👏👏Intro was splendid and factual.

[@christophermoore5328]

Great interview. Deck doesn't get enough shine.

[@Murkafella]

Great interview!

[@rashardmitchell7915]

Deck actually did a immaculate awesome job doin his own production...i loved it...the beats on it was classic...INS didn't really need RZA as far as production is concerned. Deck needs to give himself more credit...salute!!!

[@uproxx]

Easy there. Eassssssy. Deck did great but we ALL need RZA.

[@rashardmitchell7915]

Just for the record Rza is my all time favorite producer...BUT the album still had the classic Wu trademark sound without Rza being on the album...if u ask me Uncontrollable Substance was doper than Method Mans first album Tical, which was soley produced by Rza...so hey we can call it spades of spades🤷🏿‍♂️.

[@genebomb9958]

@@rashardmitchell7915 don't forget Czarface

[@rashardmitchell7915]

@GeneBomb...oh i havent forgot...i got all there albums

[@loudiamonds6587]

@@rashardmitchell7915 ..fa sho.. substance better than tical..I've always said that...a great debut period

[@aaronaverheart4567]

I had to pause and listen to triumph real quick

[@wificamperski7365]

Classic verses on: C.R.E.A.M. Da Mystery Of Chessboxin Above The Clouds Triumph Cold Word Most underrated wu-tang member

[@georgekurtz5189]

Guillotine swordz too :)

[@simaaj22]

@@georgekurtz5189 - 💯

[@j2323j]

Careful Click click

[@donovanpaige4411]

U god snapped on that forever

[@gwiltl]

Underrated verse. Talked about his son getting shot. Didn't know that until I probably analysed the lyrics

[@RickSanchez-1943]

UPROXX Video Thank you for this interview! It was great hearing legendary lyricists/emcees talk and converse. Talib Kweli and Inspectah Deck in the same room! Bring back the real hip hop! cleanse the air waves of the garbage that impurify hip hop.

[@jdovma1]

Uncontrolled Substance. Low key classic. Most underrated of the Wu debuts.

[@RayzorBlade]

Oh shit it's the Rebel INS!

[@stevied9082]

Wonderful interview. Much respect to the brother Deck.

[@gollygee2385]

Deck is a walking breathing book of Knowledge dude is mad intelligent. I see why his bars are so lethal. GREAT INTERVIEW!

[@BABA-is8kv]

Looking JUST LIKE JB Smoove! Much Propz to Inspectah Deck.

[@TheLevelsEdge]

I see it 😂. I’m about to watch Curb now lol.

[@jessesteele7269]

Hahaha, I was about to say the same thing😂😂

[@lixibao]

"I'm cool with being off the radar." Listen. Find universal peace.

[@TruthVirusRecords]

"You pay for what you don't know, and the more you don't know the more you're gonna pay for it." Right on point! Great interview, guys! Loved this!

[@sollequipped5806]

Salute deck from England been rocking with deck since 2006 I’m 31. As soon as I heard yall mc that was it Wu all the way. Waiting on new music bro. Deck solo

[@nickd86]

Chamber no. 9 from last year 🔥

[@sollequipped5806]

@@nickd86 already got my bro

[@nickd86]

@@sollequipped5806 Yeah man, dunno why talib said at the start that chamber no. 9 was coming soon thought, it's been over a year?! Shout out from Liverpool 👐

[@jeppe505]

Deck is so down to earth. Polite, respectful while being a legend in hiphop.

[@PR4U2NV]

Bronx Lebanon.. Me Too, Homie. Very Underated Lyricist For Sure!

[@thedriftmc]

Papa Wu, GZA and RZA really are the Sifu of The Clan. RIP Papa Wu, your wisdom is missed across the globe. One love from the UK.

[@koreysylver9276]

I always had mad respect for INS, but when I heard his Triumph verse for the first time, my mind was blown. He could honestly outrap your favorite rappers favorite rapper

[@jamesganzy4103]

Great podcast, salute to The Rebel INS

[@michaelclayton7603]

I always said this as a lil kid, Kweli and Deck were similar in some ways!!!!

[@uproxx]

We see that comparison on some levels.

[@keithlowery9708]

Oh man Rebel INS what an icon he is a true man of this Earth. One of my favorite artist since I was 9. Teachers of america should learn from him to teach our children. What a great interview. Talib thank you for your podcast and being an inspiration. The awesome co-host I apologise I forgot your name thank you too.

[@stevenguevara2184]

Thanks to Talib for this interview. Both these men are legends. I lived back when we had no information. I knew the names of The Wu but that's it. I remember going in to The Wherehouse (a place to buy music in Cali) and being ecstatic to see some thing with The Wu logo on it

[@uproxx]

MORE COMING! Gems on the way!

[@OneSmellyTaco]

His name should be brought up in hip hops history when it comes to one of the best MCs who ever did it (and currently doing it). A craftsman and humble individual. Always a shock and awe to see him perform live.

[@dbrockelman36]

Maybe one of the smartest and most humble dude I've heard in a while. Aaaaand he's a literal legendary MC on top of that!? He's smart with life, with his money, he stays on the humble...I can't speak highly enough of Deck. Much love bruh.

[@TruthVirusRecords]

Of course, this dude donates to charities and takes care of his family. I didn't know that until I watched this interview but, in my heart, I knew he was like that. Deck is such an honorable person and a great mentor for the culture. So humble and real. Wu-Tang really is for the children!

[@mrcrunch8000]

Who I am will always be connected to Wu-Tang and 90's hip hop in general. From '92 throughout the rest of the decade brought something revolutionary almost every 6 months. It was exciting and everyone seemed to talk hip hop every single day. Once a month a bunch of us that weren't even in high-school yet would take busses from jersey to NY and bus around NY hitting up clothing shops for their demo tapes and looking for people on the street who handed them out or sold fives. Wu-Tang seemed to spread the love and passion for the music to a much wider audience then anything else in hip hop creating a generation that attached themselves to the music like none before.

[@JB-hl1qx]

For all his talent Deck is a humble dude .. 👐 forever

[@DJLORDYASIN42]

Lyricist Bars One🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@peaceispriceless6051]

Deck STAY droppin' Jewels. This was a helluva interview 💯