U-God
U-God is a boom-bap artist from Staten Island, New York.
The deep, gravelly voice of the Wu-Tang Clan, who later told the group's story in his memoir Raw.
Who is U-God?
U-God (Lamont Hawkins), also known as Golden Arms, is a rapper from Staten Island, New York, and a member of the Wu-Tang Clan.
Known for
He was in prison during most of the recording of 36 Chambers and appears only on "Da Mystery of Chessboxin'", where he opens the track. His solo debut Golden Arms Redemption followed in 2000. In 2018 he published Raw: My Journey into the Wu-Tang.
Style
A deep, rumbling voice with a rhythmic, almost percussive flow. His verses are tough and direct, with a sense of humor underneath.
Impact
U-God's voice is one of the textures that make the Wu-Tang sound recognizable, and his memoir is one of the most honest inside stories about the group.
U-God: quick answers
What genre is U-God?
U-God’s music falls under Boom-Bap. U-God is part of East Coast hip-hop, with the most important work in the 1990s and 2000s.
Where is U-God from?
U-God is from Staten Island, New York.
What is U-God’s real name?
U-God’s real name is Lamont Hawkins.
When did U-God start?
U-God has been active since 1992.
Which group is U-God part of?
U-God is a member of Wu-Tang Clan.
Which artists are similar to U-God?
If you like U-God, listen to Kool G Rap, Mobb Deep and Redman.