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Masta Killa (Elgin Evander Turner) was born on 18 August, 1969 in New York City, U.S., is an American rapper (born 1969). Discover Masta Killa's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 54 years old?

Popular As Elgin Evander Turner
Occupation Rapper
Age 54 years old
Zodiac Sign Leo
Born 18 August 1969
Birthday 18 August
Birthplace New York City, U.S.
Nationality United States

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1969

Jamel Irief (born Elgin Evander Turner; August 18, 1969), better known by his stage name Masta Killa, is an American rapper and member of the Wu-Tang Clan.

1978

He derived his rap name from the 1978 kung fu film Shaolin Master Killer, (Shao Lin san shi Liu Fang).

Masta Killa only appeared on one track on the Wu-Tang Clan's first album, Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers), in the closing verse to "Da Mystery of Chessboxin".

Masta only narrowly made the track, and was almost left off in favor of Killah Priest.

On the No Said Date DVD, Killah Priest claims that he and Masta Killa were in competition for the spot on "Da Mystery of Chessboxin'", and while Killah Priest fell asleep, Masta Killa stayed up all night writing and Killah Priest woke up the next morning to Masta Killa's verse.

During the time period that Enter the Wu-Tang was being written, Masta Killa was still developing his skills as a rapper.

Since the other members of Wu-Tang were far more experienced, his verse from "Da Mystery of Chessboxin", was the only thing Masta Killa had written, that was fine tuned to the point that it fit with the verses from the rest of the members.

During the first round of solo projects, he made several appearances on Wu-Tang tracks, such as "Winter Warz", "Duel of the Iron Mic", and "Glaciers of Ice".

His flow at the time attracted attention for being very slow and laid-back, in contrast to the more manic, forceful styles of members like Inspectah Deck and Ghostface Killah.

Masta Killa is also Wu-Tang's member fondest of Chinese martial arts imagery.

1993

Though one of the lesser-known members of the group (he was featured on only one track on their 1993 debut album Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers)), he has been prolific on Clan group albums and solo projects since the mid-1990s.

1997

In 1997, the Wu-Tang Clan's second album Wu-Tang Forever saw Masta become a mainstay in the group's line-up with regular appearances throughout the double album.

2004

He released his debut album No Said Date in 2004 to positive reviews, and has since released three additional albums.

I never performed until we launched Wu-Tang.

That was my first time as an MC.

I have history since elementary school doing talent shows.

Breaking and shit like that.

I was that kind of dude.

I loved to pop.

That was me.

Always doing shit around music.

As far as with a mic in my hand, Wu-Tang was the first time.

There never was next level for me.

It was Wu-Tang and that was it.

I never tried to get on.

Never looked for any of this, because it was never my vision.

I'm kinda like hanging out with GZA, and just stumbled across some shit.

"Oh word?"

And I was like, "Maybe I can do this."

When I was young going to clubs, I was just hanging out.

I never went in there like I was trying to be an MC.

I never tried to get a record deal, or pass out tapes.

It's just been Wu-Tang and I'm here.

Born in Brooklyn, New York City, Masta Killa was the last member to join the Wu-Tang Clan; consequently he did not appear on the group's debut single "Protect Ya Neck".

He was also the only member who was not a rapper at the time of the group's formation.

He was extensively mentored by The GZA during his early days with the group, evident in the similar flow they both employ.

Masta Killa was the last member to release a solo project, after it was delayed for several years and finally released in June 2004 with the title No Said Date; critically acclaimed, it became independent label Nature Sounds' best-selling album, notable for featuring every core member of the Wu-Tang Clan on the album after a period in the group's history that lacked unity.

2006

His second album, Made in Brooklyn, was released on August 8, 2006, and includes production from Pete Rock and MF Doom.

"Ringing Bells", the Bronze Nazareth-produced lead single from the album, was released in March 2006.

2012

In December 2012 he released his third album titled Selling My Soul, an LP with heavy soul grooves and guests including Kurupt and the late Ol' Dirty Bastard.