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Inspectah Deck

Inspectah Deck is a boom-bap artist and producer from Staten Island, New York.

The Wu-Tang Clan's quiet sharpshooter, famous for the opening verse of "Triumph" and the trio Czarface.

Key albums
Uncontrolled SubstanceThe MovementCzarface (with 7L & Esoteric)
Key tracks
Triumph (Wu-Tang Clan)C.R.E.A.M. (Wu-Tang Clan)Protect Ya Neck (Wu-Tang Clan)

Who is Inspectah Deck?

Inspectah Deck (Jason Hunter), also known as Rebel INS, is a rapper and producer from Staten Island, New York, and a member of the Wu-Tang Clan.

Known for

His opening verse on "Triumph" (1997), seen as one of the best verses in Wu-Tang history, and his verse on "C.R.E.A.M.". His solo debut Uncontrolled Substance came out in 1999. From 2013 he made a series of albums as Czarface with 7L & Esoteric.

Style

Precise, vivid and dense with imagery. He rarely plays the loud character, but his verses hit with sharp rhymes and steady control.

Impact

Inspectah Deck is often called the most underrated member of the Wu, and his "Triumph" verse is still a benchmark for opening a posse cut.

Inspectah Deck: quick answers

What genre is Inspectah Deck?

Inspectah Deck’s music falls under Boom-Bap. Inspectah Deck is part of East Coast hip-hop, with the most important work in the 1990s, 2000s and 2010s.

Where is Inspectah Deck from?

Inspectah Deck is from Staten Island, New York (born in the Bronx).

What is Inspectah Deck’s real name?

Inspectah Deck’s real name is Jason Hunter.

When did Inspectah Deck start?

Inspectah Deck has been active since 1992.

Which group is Inspectah Deck part of?

Inspectah Deck is a member of Wu-Tang Clan.

Which artists are similar to Inspectah Deck?

If you like Inspectah Deck, listen to Gang Starr, Mobb Deep and Nas.