Method Man said Wu-Tang Clan declined Drake’s “Wu-Tang Forever” because the track didn’t reflect the group’s signature sound or message. He respected Drake’s artistry but didn’t personally connect ...

Drake allegedly looked to have the Wu-Tang Clan bless the official “Wu-Tang Forever” remix, but the legendary Staten Island crew never ended up hopping on the 2013 Nothing Was the Same standout.

Hip-hop has always relied on sampling as a bridge between eras, a creative tool that connects past innovations with the present soundscape. But while sampling often serves as a tribute, it also comes ...