"Heaven &Hell" is the solo debut single by Wu-Tang Clan rapper Raekwon from the soundtrack to the 1994 film Fresh and later featured on his 1995 solo debut album Only Built 4 Cuban Linx.... It features fellow Wu-Tang Clan member Ghostface Killah and backing vocals from Wu-Tang affiliate singer Blue Raspberry. It was the first song recorded for the album. Allmusic stated "everything culminates in "Heaven &Hell" and its longing for redemption."[1]
As the rest of the album,the song was produced by the Wu-Tang Clan leader RZA and contains a sample from "Could I Be Falling in Love?" by Syl Johnson,reached #34 in the Hot Dance Music/Maxi-Singles Sales in 1994,and #21 in the Hot Rap Singles in 1995.[2][3] In 2006,German singer Joy Denalane recorded a completely reworked version of the song,under the title "Heaven or Hell",featuring Raekwon,for her album Born &Raised. Cappadonna also makes his appearance in the music video.
Critical reception
Mr. S of RapReviews gave a positive review,writing:"The slow paced,somber 'Heaven &Hell' is a reminiscing song about losing a friend. The verses are excellent and the song is a great way to end an album."[4]
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