Some albums fade with time, but Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers) only grows stronger. It’s been 32 years since Wu-Tang Clan crashed into hip-hop with their raw, chaotic energy, and they’re still breaking records. On November 10, the RIAA honored the crew with nine new gold and platinum certifications, a perfect birthday gift for one of the most influential rap albums ever made.
What makes this moment so powerful isn’t just the numbers; it’s the story behind them. Back in 1993, nobody had heard anything like Wu-Tang Clan. Nine MCs from Staten Island turned poverty, struggle, and street life into art. They gave hip-hop an identity that was unapologetically real. Decades later, that same energy continues to inspire rappers, producers, and fans across the world.
Now, in 2025, the legacy lives on. From Tokyo to Casablanca, fans are still discovering the raw power of 36 Chambers. And with the RIAA officially recognizing their streaming success, it’s clear: real hip-hop never dies, it multiplies.
Wu-Tang Clan’s new RIAA achievements
The updated RIAA list made waves online as soon as it dropped. Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers) climbed from 2x platinum to 4x platinum, showing that even after three decades, the record keeps finding new listeners.
But that’s not all, the album’s iconic singles finally got their due recognition too. That’s nine plaques in a single drop, a massive win for classic rap and for everyone who’s ever shouted, “Wu-Tang forever!”
Wu-Tang Clan were just awarded NINE new RIAA gold and platinum certifications:
— Hip Hop All Day (@HipHopAllDayy) November 10, 2025
💿 4x Plat — 36 Chambers
💿 4x Plat — C.R.E.A.M
💿 1x Plat — Protect Ya Neck
💿 1x Plat — Method Man
💿 1x Plat — Ain't Nuthing Ta F Wit
📀 Gold — Da Mystery Of Chessboxin'
📀 Gold — Bring Da Ruckus… pic.twitter.com/jVDcrkcryl
Why 36 Chambers still reigns supreme in 2025
In an era of auto-tune and algorithm-driven hits, Wu-Tang’s music stands as a reminder of what hip-hop was built on: storytelling, wordplay, and soul. RZA’s dark production, Method Man’s charisma, and Inspectah Deck’s sharp lyricism still hit like lightning. Songs such as “Tearz” and “Protect Ya Neck” remain cultural artifacts, raw and untouchable.
Streaming brought the Wu to a new generation. Fans worldwide are blasting “C.R.E.A.M.” daily, not just for nostalgia, but because it still means something.
Wu-Tang didn’t just make music; they built an empire. From solo classics and streetwear brands to documentaries and the Wu-Tang Forever: The Final Chamber world tour, the crew’s influence stretches beyond rap. These new certifications are more than recognition; they’re a celebration of culture, brotherhood, and endurance.