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Masta Killa

Masta Killa is a boom-bap artist from East New York, Brooklyn, New York.

The last member to join the Wu-Tang Clan, a calm, disciplined lyricist who released his long-awaited debut in 2004.

Key albums
No Said DateMade in BrooklynSelling My SoulLoyalty Is Royalty
Key tracks
Da Mystery of Chessboxin' (Wu-Tang Clan)Duel of the Iron Mic (GZA)

Who is Masta Killa?

Masta Killa (Elgin Turner), also known as Noodles, is a rapper from Brooklyn, New York, and the last member to join the Wu-Tang Clan.

Known for

His verse on "Da Mystery of Chessboxin'", his only appearance on 36 Chambers, and his features on GZA's Liquid Swords. Fans waited a decade for his solo debut No Said Date (2004), which was well received.

Style

Calm, measured and spiritual. He raps with patience and control, with lines full of Five Percent teachings and martial-arts discipline.

Impact

Masta Killa proved you don't need to be the loudest voice in the room to leave a mark. He is respected as one of the Wu's most consistent lyricists.

Masta Killa: quick answers

What genre is Masta Killa?

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

Where is Masta Killa from?

Masta Killa is from East New York, Brooklyn, New York.

What is Masta Killa’s real name?

Masta Killa’s real name is Elgin Turner.

When did Masta Killa start?

Masta Killa has been active since 1993.

Which group is Masta Killa part of?

Masta Killa is a member of Wu-Tang Clan.

Which artists are similar to Masta Killa?

If you like Masta Killa, listen to Gang Starr, Jeru The Damaja and Mobb Deep.