GhostFace Killa

GhostFace Killa

Hip-hop genre
Wu-tangEast Coast
Era
Type
Artists

Ghostface Killah, born Dennis Coles, is a rapper from Staten Island, New York and prominent member of the Wu-Tang Clan.

KNOWN FOR

Ghostface Killah played a significant role in the Wu-Tang Clan, both as a vocalist and as a creative influence. He often took on a storytelling role within the group's songs. His solo albums "Ironman" (1996) and "Supreme Clientele" (2000) are often considered classics in the hip-hop genre.

STYLE

Ghostface Killah's style is often characterized by his energetic and fast-paced flow, as well as his dense, abstract, and often surreal narratives.

His storytelling ability and his knack for creating vivid, cinematic scenes with his lyrics are often noted as defining characteristics of his style.

Ghostface's lyrics frequently include references to 1980s New York street culture, such as street corner doo-wop groups, five percenter teachings, and Blaxploitation films.

INFLUENCES

His influences are broad, ranging from fellow Wu-Tang Clan members like RZA and GZA to old school hip-hop artists and soul music.