Black Samson, the Bastard Swordsman

Black Samson, the Bastard Swordsman
Studio album by
Wu-Tang and Mathematics
ReleasedApril 12, 2025
GenreHip-hop
Labels
Producers
  • Mathematics
  • RZA
Wu-Tang and Mathematics chronology
The Saga Continues
(2017)		 Black Samson, the Bastard Swordsman
(2025)
Singles from Black Samson, the Bastard Swordsman
  1. "Claudine"
    Released: October 20, 2023
  2. "Mandingo"
    Released: March 7, 2025
  3. "Warriors Two, Cooley High"
    Released: April 11, 2025
Alternative cover
Vinyl cover
Vinyl cover
Professional ratings
Review scores
SourceRating
RapReviews7.5/10[1]

Black Samson, the Bastard Swordsman is a collaborative studio album by American hip-hop collective Wu-Tang Clan and producer Mathematics, released on April 12, 2025 for Record Store Day. It marks the group's fourth album release under the abbreviated name "Wu-Tang", following Chamber Music, Legendary Weapons, and The Saga Continues, the last of which was also a collaboration with Mathematics.

The album is the first Wu-Tang project since Once Upon a Time in Shaolin to feature all nine living members.[2]

Release

The album was initially released on vinyl as a 2LP set, presented as an authenticated and numbered limited edition. Each album jacket features unique “1 of 1” cover art, making every design truly distinct and highly collectible—a first in the vinyl record industry. The covers are created through a blend of hand-crafted artistry, proprietary technology (without the use of A.I.), and advanced printing techniques. The release is limited to 5,000 copies worldwide, with 1,000 available in the UK. The album released on streaming services on April 25, 2025.[3]

Track listing

All tracks are produced by Mathematics, except where noted.

Black Samson, the Bastard Swordsman tracklist
No.TitlePerformer(s)Length
1."Sucker Free City"
1:01
2."Mandingo (co-produced by RZA)"
4:35
3."Lions Roar (The Lion’s Pit) (co-produced by RZA)"
4:08
4."Claudine"
4:02
5."Shaolin vs. Lama"
  • Raekwon
  • Inspectah Deck
3:53
6."Executioners from Shaolin"
2:38
7."Cleopatra Jones"
3:33
8."Warriors Two, Cooley High (co-produced by Wize Beatz)"
2:35
9."Let’s Do It Again"
3:49
10."Dolemite"
  • Cappadonna
  • U-God
  • Masta Killa
4:06
11."Trouble Man (Outro) (co-produced by Shroom)"Kameron Corvet1:57
12."Charleston Blue, Legend of a Fighter (co-produced by Wu-10)"
2:50
13."Sinners (Mo' Better Blues)"
4:00
Total length:39:50

Charts

Chart performance for Black Samson, the Bastard Swordsman
Chart (2025) Peak
position
Swiss Albums (Schweizer Hitparade)[4]20
UK R&B Albums (Official Charts)[5]8
US Top Album Sales (Billboard)[6]32
US Vinyl Albums (Billboard)[7]25

References

  1. ↑ Jones, Grant (May 20, 2025). "Wu-Tang x Mathematics :: Black Samson, the Bastard Swordsman – RapReviews". www.rapreviews.com. Retrieved May 22, 2025.
  2. ↑ Reid, Shaheem (February 6, 2025). "Wu-Tang Clan and Mathematics on Reconvening for a New Album, 'Black Samson' (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved February 25, 2025.
  3. ↑ "Mathematics announce new album, 'Black Samson, the Bastard Swordsman', featuring the Wu-Tang Clan". DJ Mag. February 7, 2025. Retrieved February 12, 2025.
  4. ↑ "Swisscharts.com – Wu-Tang Clan & Mathematics – Black Samson". Hung Medien. Retrieved June 30, 2025.
  5. ↑ "Official R&B Albums Chart on 18/4/2025 – Top 40". Official Charts Company. Retrieved May 2, 2025.
  6. ↑ "Wu-Tang Clan Chart History (Top Album Sales)". Billboard. Retrieved May 2, 2025.
  7. ↑ "Wu-Tang Clan Chart History (Vinyl Albums)". Billboard. Retrieved May 2, 2025.
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