Ol' Dirty Bastard | Return to the 36 Chambers: The Dirty Version | CD 1446

As a member of the Wu-Tang Clan, Ol' Dirty Bastard infused the group with comic relief and unpredictable flair. His solo debut, "Return to the 36 Chambers," produced by RZA, amplifies his eccentric style across a full album, showcasing his off-beat, often non-rhyming raps, explicit content, and quirky singing reminiscent of Biz Markie. Despite a chaotic and unstructured feel, ODB's entertaining persona shines through, particularly in standout singles like "Shimmy Shimmy Ya" and "Brooklyn Zoo." While the album could have been trimmed to cut the filler, it remains a compelling party record, demonstrating ODB's unique charisma and his role as the hardcore rap's eccentric entertainer.

TRACKLIST

1. Intro
2. Shimmy Shimmy Ya
3. Baby C'mon
4. Brooklyn Zoo
5. Hippa to Da Hoppa
6. Raw Hide
7. Damage
8. Don't You Know
9. The Stomp
10. Goin' Down
11. Drunk Game
12. Snakes
13. Brooklyn Zoo II
14. Proteck Ya Neck II the Zoo
15. Cuttin' Headz
16. Dirty Dancin'
17. Harlem World