Immobilarity

Immobilarity is the second studio album by American rapper and Wu-Tang Clan-member Raekwon, as a follow-up to Only Built 4 Cuban Linx.... It was released in November 1999 on Loud Records, and peaked in the Top 10 of the US album charts. The album was certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) on December 20, 1999.[11]

Immobilarity
Studio album by
Raekwon
ReleasedNovember 16, 1999
Recorded1998-1999
GenreHip hop
Length65:12
LabelLoud, Columbia
ProducerThe Infinite Arkatechz, Triflyn, Vo, Pop Pete Rock, Carlos "Six July" Broady
Raekwon chronology
Only Built 4 Cuban Linx…
(1995)		 Immobilarity
(1999)		 The Lex Diamond Story
(2003)
Wu-Tang Clan solo chronology
U-God:
Golden Arms Redemption
(1999)		 Immobilarity
(1999)		 Ghostface Killah:
Supreme Clientele
(2000)
Professional ratings
Review scores
SourceRating
Allmusic[1]
Chicago Sun-Times[2]
Robert Christgau[3]
Los Angeles Times[4]
PopMatters(favorable)[5]
RapReviews(7/10)[6]
Rolling Stone 1999[7]
Rolling Stone 2004[8]
The Source[9]
USA Today[10]

Background

Unlike the first album, it has no production input from the RZA, or any guest features from Ghostface Killah, for the album has its own theme. However, the album does feature Method Man and Masta Killa. Raekwon has stated that the title is an acronym for "I Move More Officially by Implementing Loyalty and Respect in the Youth". The album features affiliates American Cream Team, who would later become Ice Water.

Track listing
No.TitleProducer(s)Length
1."Intro"The Infinite Arkatechz2:19
2."Yae Yo"Carlos "Six-July" Broady2:37
3."Casablanca"The Infinite Arkatechz3:51
4."100 Rounds"Triflyn4:54
5."Real Life"DJ Devastator3:02
6."Power" (featuring American Cream Team)Triflyn3:49
7."Skit 1" 1:05
8."All I Got Is You Pt. 2" (featuring Big Bub)Naheen "Pop" Bowens, Vo4:54
9."Jury" (featuring Kim Stephens)The Infinite Arkatechz3:51
10."Fuck Them" (featuring Method Man)Triflyn3:55
11."Skit 2" 1:29
12."Live From New York"The Infinite Arkatechz3:26
13."My Favorite Dred"Triflyn1:58
14."Friday"Triflyn3:25
15."The Table" (featuring Masta Killa)The Infinite Arkatechz3:03
16."Sneakers"Pete Rock3:02
17."Raw" (featuring American Cream Team)Naheen "Pop" Bowens, Vo3:07
18."Pop Shit"Naheen "Pop" Bowens, Vo3:18
19."Heart To Heart"Naheen "Pop" Bowens, Vo4:04
20."Forecast"Triflyn3:08
21."Outro" 1:09

Charts
Charts (1999) Peak
position
US Billboard 200[12] 4
US Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums (Billboard)[13] 2

Certifications
Region CertificationCertified units/sales
United States (RIAA)[14] Gold 500,000^

*sales figures based on certification alone
^shipments figures based on certification alone

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References
  1. Farley, Keith. Review: Immobilarity. Allmusic. Retrieved on 2009-09-21.
  2. Kyles, Kyra. "Review: Immobilarity". Chicago Sun-Times: 13. January 9, 2000. Archived from the original on 2009-09-21. (Transcription of original review at talk page)
  3. Christgau, Robert. "Consumer Guide: Immobilarity". The Village Voice: January 25, 2000. Archived from the original on 2009-09-21.
  4. Baker, Soren. Review: Immobilarity. Los Angeles Times. Retrieved on 2009-09-21.
  5. Fuchs, Cynthia. Review: Immobilarity. PopMatters. Retrieved on 2009-09-21.
  6. Mr. S. Review: Immobilarity. RapReviews. Retrieved on 2009-09-21.
  7. Columnist. "Review: Immobilarity". Rolling Stone: 80. December 9, 1999.
  8. Hoard, Christian. "Review: Immobilarity". Rolling Stone: 672. November 2, 2004.
  9. Columnist. "Review: Immobilarity". The Source: 187. January 2000.
  10. Jones, Steve. "Review: Immobilarity". USA Today: 4.D. November 9, 1999. Archived from the original on 2009-09-21. (Transcription of original review at talk page)
  11. "American album certifications – Raekwon – Immobilarity". Recording Industry Association of America. Retrieved 2011-03-08. If necessary, click Advanced, then click Format, then select Album, then click SEARCH. 
  12. "Raekwon Chart History (Billboard 200)". Billboard. Retrieved December 2, 1999.
  13. "Raekwon Chart History (Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums)". Billboard. Retrieved December 2, 1999.
  14. "American album certifications – Raekwon – Immobilarity". Recording Industry Association of America. If necessary, click Advanced, then click Format, then select Album, then click SEARCH. 

Notes
  • Nathan Brackett, Christian Hoard (2004). The New Rolling Stone Album Guide. Completely Revised and Updated 4th Edition. Simon and Schuster. ISBN 0-7432-0169-8.
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