Lost Jewlry is the twelfth mixtape by American rapper and Wu-Tang Clan member Raekwon. It was released on January 15, 2013 for free.[3] The mixtape features guest appearances from Faith Evans, Freddie Gibbs, Altrina Renee and Maino, and includes production from Scram Jones, Buckwild and more. It was released in promotion of his forthcoming studio album, F.I.L.A. (Fly International Luxurious Art).
| Lost Jewlry | ||||
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| Mixtape by | ||||
| Released | January 15, 2013 | |||
| Recorded | 2012 | |||
| Genre | Hip-hop | |||
| Label | Ice H2O | |||
| Producer | Statik Selektah, Scram Jones, Buckwild, Vin Da Chin, Frank G., Roads-Art, DJ Thoro | |||
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| Review scores | |
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| Source | Rating |
| Consequence of Sound |   [1] |
| Exclaim! | 8/10[2] |
Background
editIn 2012, Raekwon launched his own record label, Ice H2O Records. He announced on November 30, 2012, that he will soon release an EP titled Lost Jewlry.[4] On December 20, he released the first single titled, "Never Can Say Goodbye".[5] However the single did not make the final cut. The mixtape was originally scheduled to be released on January 8, 2013, but was later pushed back until January 15, 2013.[6][7] The music video for "Came Up" was released on January 16, 2013.[8] On March 14, 2013, an extended/remix version of "86'" was released featuring a verse from rapper AZ.[9] A video was released the same day.[10]
Track listing
edit| No. | Title | Producer(s)[11] | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "A Kings Chariot" (Intro) | Statik Selektah | 1:02 |
| 2. | "Prince of Thieves" | Scram Jones | 2:46 |
| 3. | "Young Boy Penalties" | Scram Jones | 2:38 |
| 4. | "Hold You Down" (featuring Faith Evans) | Buckwild | 3:03 |
| 5. | "For the Listeners" | Vin Da Chin | 2:28 |
| 6. | "Die Tonight" | Frank G. | 2:44 |
| 7. | "New Day" (featuring Freddie Gibbs) | Roads-Art | 3:09 |
| 8. | "Lead Season" | Frank G. | 2:40 |
| 9. | "86'" (featuring Altrina Renee) | DJ Thoro | 2:48 |
| 10. | "Came Up" | Scram Jones | 2:35 |
| 11. | "To the Top" (featuring Maino) | Roads-Art | 2:37 |
| 12. | "Whatever, Whenever" | Roads-Art | 3:46 |
References
edit- ^ Caffrey, Dan (31 January 2013). "Album Review: Raekwon – Lost Jewlry EP". Retrieved 2013-01-31.
- ^ "Raekwon Lost Jewlry | Exclaim!".
- ^ Rogulewski, Charley (2012-12-29). "Raekwon Drops 'Lost Jewlry' Artwork and Release Date". Vibe. Retrieved 2012-12-30.
- ^ "Raekwon To Release New EP Titled "Lost Jewelry"". HipHopDX. Archived from the original on 2012-12-03. Retrieved 2012-12-30.
- ^ "Raekwon "Never Can Say Goodbye"". HipHopDX. 2012-12-20. Retrieved 2012-12-30.
- ^ Ryon, Sean (2012-12-29). "Raekwon "Lost Jewlry" EP Cover Art & Release Date". HipHopDX. Retrieved 2012-12-30.
- ^ Twitter / Raekwon: #LostJewlry is pushed back
- ^ Rap Radar :: New Video: Raekwon “Came Up”
- ^ "Audiomack | Free Music Sharing and Discovery".
- ^ "- YouTube". YouTube.
- ^ Ryon, Sean (11 January 2013). "Raekwon "Lost Jewlry" EP Tracklist & Cover Art". HipHopDX. Retrieved 11 January 2013.