Originally recorded during the late 1990s at the height of the Wu-Tang movement, First Amendment stands as a powerful document of Staten Island’s underground hip-hop scene. Now presented as a newly restored digital remaster, this long-coveted project returns with enhanced clarity, preserving the raw energy and authenticity of its original sessions while bringing the sound up to modern standards.
Operating under the guidance of Wu-Tang Clan affiliate Cappadonna, Othorized Fam built a dedicated following through a series of hard-hitting 12-inch singles that captured the attention of fans across the underground. That momentum is fully realized here in a complete body of work that reflects the grit, lyricism, and sonic identity of Shaolin’s golden era.
Produced by 140 Productions, First Amendment features Lounge Lo, Shawn Wigs, Crunch Lo, and Molly Q, alongside an impressive lineup of Wu-Tang affiliates. Guest appearances include Ghostface Killah, King Just, Fes Taylor, Polite, Lord Superb, and Leathafase, among others. Members of Othorized Fam would later go on to become part of Theodore Unit, further cementing their place within the extended Wu-Tang legacy.
Rooted in the unmistakable Staten Island sound, First Amendment remains a timeless statement—raw, streetwise, and uncompromising. With this digital remaster, a vital piece of Wu-era history continues to resonate with both longtime fans and a new generation of listeners.
1. Intro
2. O-Niggah (Super Fly Nigga) – Produced by 140 Productions
3. Love Stories feat. Ghostface Killah & Ellie – Produced by Fess & Shortre for 140 Productions
4. Verbal Assassins – Produced by 140 Productions
5. Streets Is Like (Clash of the Titans) feat. Lighter Shade – Produced by 140 Productions
6. Da Pool Hall Interview (Skit)
7. Bring It On – Produced by 140 Productions
8. 2 Sides feat. Polite & Lord Superb – Produced by 140 Productions
9. Scotch & Armaretta feat. Ellie – Produced by Wigs & Mizza for Dugout Productions
10. Too Ill feat. Ellie – Produced by Mizza
11. Whyla Beneen feat. Cheesy Rat & Cappadonna – Produced by Shortre & Charles Walker for 140 Productions
12. 1st Amendment – Produced by Charles Walker & Shortre for 140 Productions
13. Dime Piece (Lady Green) – Produced by Just 1
14. Lethal Weapon – Produced by 140 Productions
15. The B.B.Q. (Skit)
16. Keep It Tight feat. Ellie – Produced by Mizza
17. Othorized The Pillage – Produced by 140 Productions
18. Too Ill (Remix) feat. Polite, Fes Taylor, King Just & Leathafase – Produced by Mizza
19. Outro feat. Tah Murda
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