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Tuesday, June 26, 2018

Famous Hip-Hop/Rapper Birthdays

Famous Hip-Hop/Rapper Birthdays





Baby Kaey
Rapper

Birthday
February 22, 2005
Birth Place 
Newark,  NJ
Age:
13-years-old

Birth Sign
Picses


About

Hip-hop artist who made a name for herself when she was only 5 years old while becoming a voice for young kids nationwide. She's known for the song "What A Girl Is" with Dove Cameron and Christina Grimmie.

Before Fame

Her talent was noticeable from the age of 3 when she was already reciting songs that she'd heard on the radio word-for-word.

Trivia

She gained a strong presence on YouTube by posting original material to her YouTube channel, which she created in 2010. She now has over 1.1 million subscribers to the channel.

Family Life

She was born in Newark, New Jersey before moving to Florida. She has three brothers named Justice, Jordan, and Jaden.

Associated With

She was featured in a song by will.i.am titled "Ghetto Ghetto."



Chilly (Ronzonda Thomas)


Birthday 
February 27, 1971
Birth Place 
Atlanta, GA
Age:
47-years-old
Birth Sign
Picses

About

Best known by her stage name Chilli, she is a singer, actress, and member of the popular female hip-hop group TLC. She worked as an executive producer on the 2013 VH1 biopic CrazySexyCool: The TLC Story, which was about her group's rise and fall from fame. 

Before Fame

She did not meet her father until she was 7 years old. 

Trivia

She won four Grammys with TLC.

Family Life

She had her son Tron on June 2, 1997, with producer Dallas Austin.

Associated With

She, Tionne T Watkins, and the late Lisa Lopes performed together in TLC.


Becky G
Rapper


Birthday 
March 2, 1997
Birth Place 
Inglewood, CA

Age:
21-years-old
Birth Sign
Picses



About

Mexican-American rapper who was discovered after uploading YouTube videos in 2011. She released her debut single, "Becky from the Block," in the spring of 2013. She landed a starring role as Trini Kwan in 2017's Power Rangers

Before Fame

She started experimenting with rap music at the age of twelve.

Trivia

She is featured on Ke$ha's 2012 remix to her song "Die Young" as well as Cody Simpson's 2012 hit single "Wish U Were Here."

Family Life

She was born Rebbeca Marie Gomez, and she has two brothers, Frankie and Alex, and a sister, Stephanie. Her family had a lot of financial struggles when she was growing up. In 2015, she dated a singer, Austin Mahone. She then began dating soccer player Sebastian lletget in 2016. 

Associated With


She was featured on the 2012 Cher Lloyd single "Oath."



Method Man
Rapper


Birthday 
March 2, 1971
Birth Place 
Long Island, NY
Age:
47-years-old

Birth Sign
Picses


About

Born Clifford Smith, he is an American rapper who gained acclaim with Wu-Tang Clan and the Method Man & Redman rap duo. He also portrayed the drug dealer Cheese on the iconic HBO series The Wire.

Before Fame

He was a prominent member of Wu-Tang Clan by the age of 20.

Trivia

In 1996, he won a Grammy Award for Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group, for the song "I'll Be There for You/You're All I Need to Get By" with Mary J. Blige.

Family Life

He got married in 2001, and he has two sons and one daughter.

Associated With


He has been long-time friends and partners with fellow rapper Reginald Noble, AKA Redman.



Sean Cos Mason aka Cos
Rapper
Birthday 
March 5, 1990
Birth Place 
Newark, NJ
Age:
28-years-old
Birth Sign
Picses

About

Montclair New Jersey rapper who is best known for his sick lyrical flow on his remix "Hands On The Wheel" track and his tagline Noneillah. He performed at Real Deal Radio and local concerts in the Tri-State. He became a  rap phenomenon.  He is the CEO of his Business, Noneillah entertainment which was founded in 2010.  

Before Fame

He was called to do extra work for The Soporna Movie that was filmed in his hometown Montclair, Goonies and he cast for the Loopopa Commercial with Adel Kids Talent Agency in Staten Island. He was in the honor society and was chose to be an exchange student in Chine and London. Along with speaking on behalf of Montclair High school at Howard University and was given a college scholarship at Delaware University. 

Trivia

He made his first mixtape by the age of 14 and began selling them at local events. He joined the hip-hop group Ice Grill 2005, and released the hit song "Life Hurts." He released the album Round My Way in 2011 while in college studying to obtain his degree in Business Finance. Along with taking care of his disabled mother who became disabled by Bloomfield NJ police chasing a stolen car that hit her head on while in her car. He started a music website called Hip-Hop Stash site with his best friend and cousin. Now he has his Blog called Noneillah and Nonillaah. 

Family Life

He was born Deshon Johnson and the son/only child of an activist scholar-poet, author, Educator, visual artist and Fashion Designer Naomi Johnson. He never had any children, but he was extremely close to his mother.  His father was in and out of his life up till the age 11. He was a deadbeat dad who did not show his son any loved. He was raised up in a  loving single parent household by his mother. 

Associated With

He has collaborated on songs with some established local artists as Mike Larry, Kyzer and to name a few. He draws from musical influences such as Michael Jackson, Busta Rhymes, Meek Mill and Machine Gun Kelly. 



Supa Peach
Rapper


Birthday 
March 7, 2003
Birth Place 
Virginia Island
Age:
15-years-old

Birth Sign
Picses

About

A Hispanic multi-talented rapper, pop singer, actress, and all-around entertainer who gained popularity through YouTube and other social media outlets. She has over 340,000 subscribers on her YouTube account.

Before Fame

She started performing before her age hit double digits. She hosts birthdays, parties, and other similar events.

Trivia

Whenever she is performing on stage, she is wearing her trademark cape.

Family Life

She was born in the British Virgin Islands and moved with her family to Puerto Rico. Her older sister Precious Peach is her manager, and her niece Mini Peach also runs a popular YouTube channel.

Associated With

She posted a Bobby Shmurda remix called "Hot Chick."



Bow Wow
Rapper

Birthday 
March 9, 1987
Birth Place 
Columbia, Ohio
Age:
31-years-old
Birth Sign


Picses


About

Snoop Dogg's protege who was formerly known as "Lil Bow Wow" and who gained fame after the release of his album Beware of Dog in 2000. He is one of the hosts of the BET show 106 & Park.

Before Fame

He started rapping at age five under the name Kid Gangsta.

Trivia

He won a Billboard Award for Single of the Year with his song "Bow Wow (That's My Name)" and starred with Crispin Glover in the film Like Mike.

Family Life

He had a daughter named Shai in April 2012 with his former girlfriend Joie Chavis. He got engaged to Erica Mena in November 2014 but the two later split up.

Associated With


He starred in the film version of Tyler Perry's Madea's Big Happy Family.
Min Yoongi
Rapper

Birthday 
March 9, 1993
Birth Place 
Daeguy, South Korea
Age:
25-years-old
Birth Sign
Picses

About

Also known as 'Suga,' this South Korean hip-hop artist is famous for his membership in the Kpop group Bangtan Boys aka BTS. In 2014, his band released a Japanese album titled Wake Up and a South Korean recording titled Dark and Wild. In 2016 he released his debut mixtape titled Agust D.

Before Fame

Before becoming a member of Bangtan Boys, he was active on the underground rap scene, and he was featured as a dancer in singer Jo Kwon's "I'm the One" music video.

Trivia

In 2017, he and BTS became the first Kpop group to win a Billboard award. He wrote several of the Bangtan Boys' hits, including "Jump," "Tomorrow," and "Like."

Family Life

He and his older brother were born and raised in Daegu, South Korea.

Associated With


He and Jungkook both became famous for their membership in Bangtan Boys.



Queen Latifah
Rapper

Birthday 
March 18, 1970
Birth Place 
Newark, NJ
Age:
48-years-old
Birth Sign
Picses
About

Golden Globe-winning actress who was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in the 2002 film Chicago. She starred in the FOX sitcom Living Single in the '90s and played roles in the movie Bringing Down the HouseGirls Trip, and Hairspray. She also became a host of The Queen Latifah Show on CBS. 

Before Fame

She beatboxed for the hip-hop group, Ladies Fresh, in 1988 and was a rapper. 

Trivia

She became the spokeswoman for CoverGirl Cosmetics. She voiced Ellie in the Ice Age franchise. 

Family Life

Her brother died in an auto collision in 1992 after she bought him a motorcycle. This led to her drug abuse and depression, from which she recovered. She dedicated her 1993 album, Black Reign, to him. 

Associated With


She starred in Joyful Noise with Dolly Parton in 2012. 




Big Sean
Rapper


Birthday
March 25, 1988
Birth Place
Santa Monica, CA
Age

30-year-old

Birth Sign
Aries

About

The Detroit-based rapper who was discovered by Kanye West and released the album Hall of Fame in 2013.

Before Fame

He gained a large internet following after releasing his Finally Famous mixtapes in 2011.

Trivia

His song, Marvin & Chardonnay, reached Number One on the U.S. Billboard Hot Hip-Hop Songs list.

Family Life

He was raised by his grandmother and mother in Detroit, Michigan, and has one younger brother. He was engaged to Glee actress Naya Rivera until they called off the marriage in April 2014. He then dated pop star Ariana Grande, but the couple separated in 2015. In 2016, he began dating Jhene Aiko

Associated With



He was signed to Def Jam Records by Kanye West in 2008 after meeting him at a 102.7 radio rap battle in 2005.




Cheryl James (Salt)
Rapper


Birthday
March 28, 1966
Birth Place
Brooklyn, NY
Age
52-year-old

Birth Sign
Aries


About

"Salt" from the all-female rap trio Salt-N-Pepa, which is best known for the song "Push It." She notably won the first Grammy ever given to a female rapper.

Before Fame

She formed Salt-N-Pepa with Sandra Denton in 1984.

Trivia

In 2007, she starred in The Salt-N-Pepa Show, a reality TV series that aired on VH1.

Family Life

She married her husband Gavin Wray on Christmas Eve, 2000. She has two kids named Corin and Chapele Wray.

Associated With


She paved the way for future successful female rappers like Da Brat.



Christopher Reid (Kid and Play)
Rapper


Birthday
April 5, 1964
Birth Place
The Bronx, NY
Age
54-year-old

Birth Sign
Aries


About

The "Kid" of Kid 'N Play, the late '80's hip-hop group whose 1990 album, Funhouse, reached the #58 position on the Billboard 200 and went Gold two years later. Also an actor, he starred in the House Party movies.

Before Fame

He grew up in the Bronx, where he attended both high school and college.

Trivia

He appeared in LMFAO's video for "Sorry for Party Rocking."

Family Life

He married Kimberly Turner in June of 2004. He has three children named Christina, Cailin and Cameron.

Associated With


He wrote the theme song for HBO's Real Time with Bill Maher.




Da Brat
Rapper

Birthday
April 14, 1974
Birth Place
Jolliet, IL
Age
44-year-old


Birth Sign
Aries


About

First female solo rapper to release a platinum-selling album, Funkdafied. She later collaborated with artists like Kelly Rowland and Lil Wayne. In 2015, she began co-hosting the Rickey Smiley Morning Show. 

Before Fame

Born Shawntae Harris, she played basketball and ran track in high school. 

Trivia

In 1994, she was the first musical guest on the favorite Nickelodeon sketch show All That

Family Life

At various points in her life, she was romantically linked to Allen Iverson and Andre 3000.

Associated With


She was featured on Missy Elliot's top five single "Sock It 2 Me." 


Chance The Rapper
Rapper


Birthday
April 16, 1993
Birth Place
Chicago, IL

Age
25-year-old

Birth Sign
Aries
About

Chicago rapper who rose to prominence following a series of acclaimed mixtapes, including 2013's Acid Rap. In December of 2013, he was featured on the Justin Bieber song "Confident," which rose to the #41 spot on the Billboard Charts. He won three Grammy Awards in 2017 following the release of his critically acclaimed album Coloring Book.

Before Fame

He released his first mixtape, called 10 Day, during a 10-day suspension from school.

Trivia

He was included on XXL Magazine's list of 2013 Freshman Class Nominees, meant to honor the best up-and-coming MC's.

Family Life

His parents were supportive of his decision to become a rapper. His younger brother is a fellow rapper, Taylor Bennett. He has a daughter named Kensli

Associated With


He says that The College Dropout by Kanye West was the first hip-hop album he ever heard.


Redman
Rapper


Birthday
April 17, 1970
Birth Place
Newark, NJ

Age
48-year-old


Birth Sign
Aries


About

Born Reginald Noble, he is a Grammy-nominated rapper and actor who is best known for his collaborations with Method Man. He starred in the 2001 stoner comedy How High and the 2004 comedy/horror Seed of Chucky and briefly had his own sitcom on Fox entitled Method & Red.

Before Fame

He attended Montclair State University in New Jersey.

Trivia

He was in the first season of Chappelle's Show in a sketch where he sells his own brand of bathroom products.

Family Life

His grandmother is Korean, and his cousin is rapper Tame One. He grew up with a sister named Rosalyn who is a rapper herself. He has five children.

Associated With


He appeared alongside Jamie Foxx in an episode of The Jamie Foxx Show.



Xxxtentacion
Rapper

Birth Day:
January 17, 1971
Birth Place
Plantation, Fl

Death Date
June 18, 2018 (20)
Birth Sign
Aquarius 

About

Collaborator with the music collective Members Only who became known for songs such as "Look At Me," "SAD!" and "Jocelyn Flores." He released studio albums titled 17 and ? in 2017 and 2018. 

Before Fame

He spent his childhood in youth programs. He posted a first track, called "Vice City," to his SoundCloud account in March of 2014. 

Trivia

His album 17 charted at number two on the US Billboard 200 as well as in numerous European countries. He created a gaming YouTube channel which reached 5.5 million subscribers.

Family Life

His name was Jahseh Dwayne Onfroy. His father was incarcerated for much of his upbringing, leaving him in the hands of his mother. He was a middle child between the older Arianna Drew Onfroy and younger Aiden Onfroy. He was shot and killed in Southern Florida on June 18, 2018.

Associated With


He was featured on the Robb Banks mixtape C2: Death of My Teenage.



Birdman
Rapper


Birth Day:
February 15, 1969
Birth Place
New Orleans, LA

Age
49-years-old

Birth Sign
Aquarius 

About

Born Bryan Williams, he is best known for being a member of the duo Big Tymers. He also notably pioneered the Cash Money record label.

Before Fame

He founded Big Tymers in 1998 with DJ Mannie Fresh.

Trivia

His 2003 album, Like Father Like Son, reached gold certification. In 2011, Forbes estimated that he was worth $110 million.

Family Life

He married Venezuelan model Diana Levy in September 2012, but they later divorced. He has a daughter named Bria and a son named Bryan Jr. In February 2018, he got engaged to singer Toni Braxton after nearly 2 years of dating.

Associated With


He has partnered with Lil Wayne on numerous songs, including the single "Leather So Soft."




Ice T
Rapper


Birth Day:
February 16, 1958
Birth Place
Newark, NJ

Age
50-years-old

Birth Sign
Aquarius 



About

Born Tracy Marrow, he is an iconic rapper and founder of the heavy metal band Body Count, which released the controversial track "Cop Killer" in 1992. Despite the anti-police message of his most infamous song, he went on to portray a police officer on the long-running NBC drama Law & Order: Special Victims Unit.

Before Fame

He was raised by his father and his father's housekeeper after the death of his mother. 

Trivia

He has starred in such films as Surviving the Game and Judgment Day and his 1987 debut album, Rhyme Pays, was the first hip-hop album to have an explicit content sticker featured on it.

Family Life

He married swimsuit model Nicole Austin, also known as "Coco Marie," on December 31, 2005. He has two daughters named LeTesha and Chanel and a son named Tracy

Associated With



He starred alongside Rutger Hauer in Surviving The Game.  



Heavey D
Rapper

Birth Day:
May 24, 1971

Birth Place
Mandeville, Jamaica

Death Date:
November 8, 2011 (44)

Birth Sign
Gemini 


About

The leader of Heavy D & the Boyz, he was a popular rapper through much of the 1990s. He is known for singing the theme songs to the popular television shows In Living Color and MADtv. He also became an actor, appearing in such films as Step Up, Big Trouble, and The Cider House Rules.

Before Fame

A song inspired by the untimely death of one of his bandmates, entitled "They Reminisce Over You (T.R.O.Y.)," became a classic.

Trivia

He died just ten days after performing at the 2011 BET Hip Hop Awards, which was his first televised performance in 15 years.

Family Life

He was born Dwight Arrington Myers, in Mandeville, Jamaica. He had a daughter named Xea with Antonia Lafoso.

Associated With


He performed the rap portion of Michael Jackson's hit single "Jam."



"Left Eye" Lopes
Rapper

Birth Day:
May 27, 1971

Birth Place
Philadelphia, PA

Death Date:
April 25, 2002 (30)

Birth Sign
Gemini 

About

Rapper, dancer, and singer who was a member of the hip-hop group TLC who became known for the singles "Ain't 2 Proud 2 Beg" and "What About Your Friends" and won four Grammy Awards. She died in a car accident in La Ceiba, Honduras. 

Before Fame

She moved around from place to place while growing up before she found her home in Atlanta and joined the group Second Nature. 

Trivia

She signed with Death Row Records and teamed up with Suge Knight to release a solo album called Supernova, but she died before it could be completed. 

Family Life

She dated Andre Rison until 1994 when she burned down the mansion they were sharing. 

Associated With


She wrote the song "Girl Talk" with her friend Tionne Watkins


Lisa Nicole Lopes, better known by her stage name Left Eye, was an American hip hop singer, rapper, songwriter, and producer. Lopes was best known as one-third of the R&B girl group TLC, alongside Tionne "T-Boz" Watkins and Rozonda "Chilli" Thomas.




Remy Ma
Rapper


Birth Day:
May 30, 1980

Birth Place
New York, NY

Age
38-years-old
Birth Sign
Gemini 


About

The Grammy-nominated artist with the rap group Terror Squad who was sentenced to eight years behind bars in 2007 for shooting a friend. She is one of only five female rappers to have a song top the Billboard Hot 100 chart. She joined the cast of Love & Hip Hop: New York season 6. 

Before Fame

She turned the frustrations of an impoverished childhood into raps that earned her notice. 

Trivia

She won the BET Award for Best Female Hip-Hop Artist in 2005 and 2017.

Family Life

Due to family drug abuse, she had to act as a surrogate mother to her younger siblings. She has a son named Jayson

Associated With

After her first album, a creative difference with Fat Joe and Terror Squad caused her to leave the group and make plans to strike out on her own. 



Waka Flocka
Rapper

Birth Day:
May 31, 1986

Birth Place
New York, NY

Age
32-years-old

Birth Sign
Gemini

About

The Atlanta-based rapper who became known for his hit singles "Hard in da Paint" and "No Hands," and his 2010 debut album, Flockaveli. His second studio album Triple F Life: Friends, Fans & Family was released in 2012.

Before Fame

He was given the nickname 'Waka' by his cousin because it was the catchphrase of the Muppets character, Fozzie Bear.

Trivia

His first two albums debuted in the top 10 on the US charts.

Family Life

His brothers KayO Redd and Wooh Da Kid also became rappers. Redd sadly passed away in 2013. His real name is Juaquin Malphurs, and his mother is Debra Antney. He married longtime girlfriend and TV personality Tammy Rivera in 2014.

Associated With

He featured Nicki Minaj on his 2012 single, "Get Low." 



Iggy Azalea
Rapper

Birth Day:
June 7, 1990

Birth Place
Sydney, Australian

Age
28-years-old

Birth Sign
Gemini 


About

Australian hip-hop singer who earned worldwide recognition with viral videos for her tracks "Pu$$y" and "Two Times." Her 2014 song "Fancy" with Charli XCX became a number one hit. She won a 2014 American Music Award for Favorite Rap/Hip-Hop Artist.

Before Fame

She dropped out of high school and moved alone to Miami to be closer to the hip-hop scene, working illegally before getting a five-year O visa.

Trivia

She was the first international and female rapper to make XXL's annual Top 10 Freshman list and later appeared at the 2012 BET Hip Hop Awards Rap Cypher.

Family Life

She was born Amethyst Amelia Kelly in Sydney, Australia. Her father Brendan Kelly was a painter, and comic artist who introduced her to art at an early age and her mother Tanya was a maid. In June 2015, she got engaged to NBA guard/forward Nick Young, but the couple separated a year later.

Associated With


Her 2012 track "Murda Bizness" features Southern rapper T.I.



Kanye West
Rapper

Birth Day:
June 8, 1977

Birth Place
Atlanta, GA

Age
41-years-old

Birth Sign
Gemini 


About

One of the best-selling and most awarded artists of all time, he has received 21 Grammy Awards over the course of his music career. He was ranked the 3rd top producer of the decade in 2010 by Billboard. He's received praise for such albums as The College Dropout, Graduation, My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy and Yeezus.

Before Fame

He remixed soul and baroque songs into his music, studied under his mentor, No I.D., and traveled to Japan.

Trivia

He is notoriously outspoken, a quality that was on full display when he interrupted Taylor Swift's acceptance speech at the 2009 MTV VMAs.

Family Life

His mother Donda West served as his manager until her death in 2007. He proposed to clothing designer Alexis Phifer in 2006, but the relationship ended on April 21, 2008. He married Kim Kardashian in 2014; they have a daughter named North and a son named Saint. They later welcomed a daughter named Chicago via surrogacy in January of 2018. 

Associated With


During the early 2000s, he often performed onstage with his good friend, the 
legendary JayZ.




Ice Cube
Rapper


Birth Day:
June 15, 1969

Birth Place
Los Angeles, CA

Age
49-years-old

Birth Sign
Gemini 


About

Rapper-turned-actor who first gained fame as a member of the legendary rap group NWA. He is also known for his roles in the films Boyz n the HoodBarbershop21 Jump StreetRide Along and Are We There Yet? He was ranked #8 on MTV's Greatest MCs of All Time list.

Before Fame

He performed at parties hosted by Dr. Dre while in high school and worked with World Class Wreckin' Cru.

Trivia

His real name is O'Shea Jackson and his third solo album, 1992's The Predator, debuted at number one on both the pop and R&B charts.

Family Life

He married Kimberly Woodruff in 1992, and he has three sons, Darrel, O'Shea and Shareef, and two daughters, Karima and Deja. 

Associated With


He wrote the song "Boyz-n-the-Hood" for Easy-E, the Godfather of Gangsta Rap.


Tupac Shakur
Rapper
Birth Day:
June 17, 1971

Birth PlaceNew York City, NY

Death Date:
September 13, 1996 (25)
Birth Sign
Gemini 

About

Also known as 2Pac, he was one of the more notable figures in the 1990's East Coast-West Coast hip hop rivalry. He released four albums between 1991 and 1996, eventually selling over 75 million records worldwide. He was killed in a drive-by shooting after watching a Mike Tyson fight in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Before Fame

He played the role of Travis Younger in the play, A Raisin in the Sun, at the Apollo Theater.

Trivia

He also performed under the stage name Makaveli. His song "Dear Mama" was added to the Library of Congress in 2010.

Family Life

He was married to Keisha Morris from 1995 to 1996.

Associated With

A hologram of his body performed alongside his former friends Dr. Dre. And Snoop Dogg at the Coachella music festival in 2012.



Notorious Big

Rapper

Birth Day
May 21, 1972

Birth Place
Brooklyn, NY

Death Date
March 9, 1996  (24)
Birth Sign
Gemini

About

Also known as Biggie Smalls, he is considered to be one of the greatest rappers of all time. He first rose to fame with the release of his debut album Ready to Die in 1994, which made him an East Coast hip-hop icon and won him a Billboard Music Award for Rap Artist of the Year in 1995.

Before Fame

He began selling drugs at age twelve and dropped out of school for a life of crime. He was later arrested for selling crack cocaine and for unlawful possession of weapons.

Trivia

He was gunned down in L.A. in 1997, and despite much publicity and controversy, his murder became a cold case. His album Life After Death, released posthumously on March 25, 1997, was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Rap Album.

Family Life

He had two children, T'yanna and Christopher, and he was married to Faith Evans from 1994 to 1997.

Associated With

He and the great Tupac Shakur were two of the most influential rappers of the '90's, representing the East Coast and West Coast hip-hop movements, respectively.






Drake
Rapper
Birthday
October 24, 1986
Birth Place
Toronto Canda
Age 31-years-old
Birth Sign
Scorpio

About

Born Aubrey Drake Graham, he first gained fame for his role as basketball player Jimmy Brooks on the TV series Degrassi, then went on to become a rap phenomenon after his album Thank Me Later went platinum in 2010. His second album Take Care won the Grammy Award for Best Rap Album and was certified quadruple platinum. 

Before Fame

He traveled between Memphis and Toronto quite often as a child, due to his parents' divorce. 

Trivia

His album Take Care popularized the phrase "YOLO," and the accompanying tour grossed over $42 million in 2012. He provided the voice for the character Ethan in the 2012 film Ice Age: Continental Drift

Family Life

He is half Jewish. He supported his mother Sandi Graham with the money he made from acting in Canada. In 2016 and 2017, he dated pop star, Jennifer Lopez. He had an on-again, off-again relationship with Rihanna, whom he first began dating in 2009. He also previously dated tennis icon, Serena Williams

Associated With


He has collaborated on songs with such prominent artists as Nicki MinajKanye West, and Lil Wayne.






Vanilla Ice
Rapper


Birthday
October 31, 1967
Birth Place
Dallas Taxes 
Age 
50-years-old
Birth Sign
Scorpio


About

Born Rob Van Winkle, he entered rap stardom in 1990 after his single "Ice Ice Baby" became the first hip-hop song to reach the top of the Billboard Charts. 

Before Fame

He won three motocross titles at the Grand National Championships, but a broken ankle hampered his professional goals. He got his nickname while performing with a breakdance troupe. 

Trivia

He was the musical guest for Saturday Night Live in 1991. He began hosting The Vanilla Ice Project in 2009.

Family Life

He was given the last name of his stepfather, who married his mother, but they divorced when he was four years old. He had two daughters named KeeLee Breeze and Dusti Rain.

Associated With


His romantic involvement with Madonna in 1990 lasted less than a year.






Nelly
Rapper


Birthday
November 2,1974
Birth Place
Austin, TX
Age
43-years-old

Birth Sign
Scorpio 

About

Grammy Award-winning hip-hop artist who recorded with the St. Lunatics and gained recognition with his 2000 album Country Grammar, which sold over 8 million copies.

Before Fame

He almost became a professional baseball player, failed to procure a record deal with St. Lunatics, and went out on a solo career.

Trivia

His hit songs include "Hot in Herre" and "Dilemma," and his second studio album, Nellyville, became one of the best-selling rap albums of its era.

Family Life

He is of Italian and Jamaican descent, born to parents Sherman and Theresa, and raised with two younger brothers named Chaz and Nijel. He has a daughter named Chanelle and a son named Cornell.

Associated With


He worked on the hit song "Work It" with Justin Timberlake.





Sean Combs
Rapper

Birthday
November 4,1969
Birth Place
New York City, NY
Age
48-years-old
Birth Sign
Scorpio 

About

Also known as Diddy, P. Diddy, and Puff Daddy, he is a Grammy Award-winning hip-hop mogul whose debut album, No Way Out, went 7x platinum, and whose song, "I'll Be Missing You," became a #1 Billboard hit. Forbes magazine ranked him the wealthiest man in hip-hop in 2013.

Before Fame

He grew up in a public housing project, and his father was killed for being an associate of drug kingpin Frank Lucas.

Trivia

He produced MTV's Making the Band and won a Grammy Award for Best Rap Performance By a Duo or Group for "Shake Ya Tailfeather."

Family Life

In 1994, he had his first son, Justin Combs, with his ex-girlfriend, hip-hop fashion stylist Misa Hylton-Brim; he had his second son, Christian Casey Combs, with his girlfriend, actress, and model Kim Porter. His son Justin later played football at UCLA. He also has three daughters named D'Lila, Chance, and Jessie.

Associated With


He signed and produced Mary J. Blige's 1994 record, My Life, which Rolling Stone ranked as one of the 500 Greatest Albums of All Time. 


Lil Peep
Rapper

Birth Day:
November 1, 1996

Birth Place
Long Island, NY
Death Date:
November 15, 2017  (21)
Birth Sign
Scorpio 


About

Notable for his digitally released projects Hellboy and Live Forever, he was a rapper whose lyrics leaned toward the somber topics of depression and addiction. In 2016 he collaborated with Lil Tracy to form the GOTHBOICLIQUE.

Before Fame

He began to release original music online in early-to-mid 2015.

Trivia

He developed a strong social media presence on Instagram with over 850,000 followers. His manager broke the news of his passing on Twitter under the username @RealChaseOrtega. 

Family Life

His real name was Gustav Åhr. He was initially from Long Island, New York, but he grew up in Long Beach, New York. His mother's name is Liza Womack. He died of an overdose at the age of 21.

Associated With

He recorded songs that were produced by DJ Smokey




Sandra Denton (Pepper)

Rapper

Birth Day:
November 9, 1969

Age
48-years-old

Birth Place
Kingston, Jamicia

Birth Sign
Scorpio 


About

Better known as "Pepa" of the all-female rap trio Salt-N-Pepa. The group is best known for their hit song 'Let's Talk About Sex,' which went certified gold and peaked at #13 on the US Charts in 1991.

Before Fame

She met Cheryl 'Salt' James while studying nursing at Queensborough Community College.

Trivia

She was a cast member on VH1's 'The Surreal Life' in 2005.

Family Life

Her family moved from Jamaica to Queens, New York when she was a child. She was married to the rapper Treach from 1999-2001. She has children, Egypt and Tyran.

Associated With


She paved the way for successful female rappers like Da Brat.




Old Dirty Bastard
Rapper

Birth Day:
November 15, 1968

Birth Place
Ne York, NY
Death Date:
November 13, 2004  (35)
Birth Sign
Scorpio 


About

Known as Old Dirty Bastard, he was a former member of the Wu-Tang Clan. His debut solo album, 1995's Return to the 36 Chambers: The Dirty Version, is considered one of the great hip-hop albums of the 90's.

Before Fame

He formed the band Force of the Imperial Master with his cousins.

Trivia

Despite not winning an award, he took to the stage at the 1998 Grammy Awards while Shawn Colvin was accepting her award for Song of the Year.

Family Life

He had three children.

Associated With


He collaborated on a song with Busta Rhyme


Tyga
Rapper

Birthday
November 19,1989
Birth Place
Compton, CA
Age
28-years-old

Birth Sign
Scorpio 


About

Born Michael Ray Nguyen-Stevenson, he released his major label debut album Careless World: Rise of the Last King in 2012. 

Before Fame

He procured a deal with Young Money Entertainment after his Young On Probation mixtape in 2007 was well received.

Trivia

His stage name stands for Thank You God Always. His hit song "Rack City" climbed all the way up to #7 on the Billboard top 100 in 2011. 

Family Life

He had a child named King Cairo Stevenson with dancer Blac Chyna in 2012. He was in an on and off relationship with reality star Kylie Jenner from 2014 to 2017.

Associated With

In 2010, he released the mixtape Fan of a Fan with Chris Brown and other famous rappers.


Yolanda "YoYo" Whitaker
Rapper

Birthday
August 4, 1971

Birth Place
Compton, CA

Age
46-years-old


Birth Sign 
Leo

About

Hip-hop recording artist who rose to fame under the professional moniker Yo-Yo. She is recognized for being a leading voice for female empowerment in an often sexist industry.

Before Fame

She was a featured artist on Ice Cube's AmeriKKKa's Most Wanted album.

Trivia

In 2013, she joined the cast of the BET reality series Hip Hop Sisters.

Family Life

She married DeAndre Windom in August of 2013.

Associated With

She had a recurring role on Martin Lawrence's TV series Martin.





Sound Boy
Rapper

Birthday
May 28, 1990

Age
27-years-old
Birth Place
Chicago, IL


Birth Sign 
Leo

About

Best known for his single "Crank That," which hit #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 2007. His debut album Souljaboytellem.com became certified platinum that same year.

Before Fame

Born DeAndre Cortez Way, he moved from Chicago to Atlanta to Mississippi to pursue a career in music.

Trivia

He released the singles "Turn My Swag On" and "Kiss Me Thru the Phone," which was nominated for a Viewer's Choice Award in 2009.

Family Life

His younger brother, Deion Jenkins, died in an auto collision in 2011. He also has an older brother.

Associated With


He and Bow Wow had a well-publicized feud in 2009 that involved a Lamborghini race.
















Kelly (Kriss Cross)
Rapper

Birthday
August 11, 1978

Death Date
May 1, 2013 (34)


Birth Place
Atlantia, GA

Birth Sign 
Leo


About

Rapper better known as Mac Daddy who was a member of the hip-hop duo Kris Kross alongside Daddy Mac. The pair rose to fame after the release of their 1992 single "Jump."

Before Fame

They formed the group in 1991 when they were twelve years old, but the duo had been friends since the first grade.

Trivia

They released their debut album Totally Krossed Out in 1991 which was produced by rapper Jermaine Dupri. It landed in the number one position on Billboard Hot 100 for eight consecutive.

Family Life

Born in Atlanta Georgia, he remained there until his death.

Associated With


In 1991, they appeared in Michael Jackson's music video "Jam."




Romeo Miller
Rapper

Birthday
August 19, 1989

Birth Place
New Orleans, LA

Age
28-years-old


Birth Sign 
Leo

About

Versatile talent who recorded his self-titled debut album under the name Lil Romeo when he was eleven years old. He's acted in the films Lottery and Jumping the Broom. He also starred in the title role of the Nickelodeon show Romeo! and later joined the cast of Famous in Love.

Before Fame

He was accepted into his father's music label after he wrote his father a rap at the age of five.

Trivia

His debut single "My Baby" reached #1 on the R&B/hip-hop singles chart and became certified platinum. The song also earned him Billboard Music Awards for Best Music Video and Best R&B/Hip-Hop Single.

Family Life

His father is Master P and his sister is actress Cymphonique Miller. He played basketball at the University of Southern California.

Associated With


His clothing line has been promoted by Justin Bieber.


Fat Joe
Rapper

Birthday
August 19, 1970

Birth Place
South Bronx, NY

Age
47-years-old

Birth Sign 
Leo


About

The rapper who has collaborated with artists such as Jennifer Lopez and Busta Rhymes. He is best known for his 2004 #1 hit "Lean Back."

Before Fame

Born Joseph Antonio Cartagena, he was influenced by Latin rapper Big Pun.

Trivia

He was berated in 50 Cent's song "Piggy Bank."

Family Life

He has two sons named Ryan and Joey.

Associated With


He was featured in the song "What' s Luv?" with Ashanti.



Lil Yachty
Rapper

Birthday
August 23, 1997

Birth Place
Mableton, GA

Age
20-years-old

Birth Sign
Virgo

About

Rapper and singer with trademark red hair who first gained recognition for songs such as "One Night" and "Minnesota" off his debut EP Summer Songs. In 2017, he released his debut studio album, Teenage Emotions, he also became a member of FaZe Clan.

Before Fame

He attended college at Alabama State University in 2015 for two months before dropping out.

Trivia

He and his friends/fellow rappers Burberry Perry and K$upreme make up a collective called The Sailing Team.

Family Life

His first name is Miles, and he is from Mableton, Georgia. He has a sister. His father is a photographer.

Associated With

He was a model at Kanye West's Yeezy Season 3 show.


Fox Brown
Rapper

Birthday
September 6, 1978


Birth Place
New York, NY

Age
39-years-old

Birth Sign

Virgo


About

Rapper and actress who was a part of the rap supergroup The Firm and is known as much for her extensive arrest record as she is for her music.

Before Fame

She began her career by singing over mixes of other artists such as Toni Braxton.

Trivia

She recorded a song that was featured on the soundtrack for the film The Nutty Professor.

Family Life

She was allegedly previously engaged to rapper Rick Ross. She was previously engaged to Spragga Benz.

Associated With

She has performed with Snoop Dogg.


Wiz Khalifa
Rapper

Birthday
September 8, 1987

Birth Place
Minot, ND

Age
30-years-old

Birth Sign
Virgo


About

He became known for his hit song "Black and Yellow," which hit #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and he won a Billboard Music Award for Top New Artist in 2012.

Before Fame

After living overseas, he moved to Pittsburgh and attended Taylor Allderdice High School.

Trivia

He won a BET Award for Best New Artist in 2011 and his song "Young, Wild & Free" was nominated for a Grammy Award in 2013. His last name means successor in Arabic.

Family Life

He has a son named Sebastian with model Amber Rose. He and Rose were married for about a year before she filed for divorce in September 2014.

Associated With


He and Snoop Dogg have paired up for numerous song, and video collaborations, including the 2011 song, "Mac & Devin Go to High School."





Big Daddy Kane
Rapper

Birthday
September 10, 1968
Birth Place
New York City,  NY

Age

49year-old

Birth Sign
Virgo

About

Grammy Award-winning rapper and member of the '80s rap group the Juice Crew who is widely considered to be one of the most influential MCs in hip-hop history. He is also known for his appearances in the films Posse and Meteor Man and was featured in Madonna's "Sex" book.

Before Fame

He co-wrote a lot of Biz Markie's best-known songs after befriending him in 1984.

Trivia

He was one of Jay-Z's earliest supporters and brought him on tour as a hype man.

Family Life

He married his wife Shawnette in 2010. He has a son named Lamel Hardy. His brother is Little Daddy Shane.

Associated With


He won a Grammy for appearing on Quincy Jones' "Back on the Block."







Ludacris
Rapper

Birthday
September 11, 1977
Birth Place
Champaign, IL

Age
40-year-old

Birth Sign
Virgo

About

Grammy Award-winning rapper who hit the charts in 2000 with the album Back for the First Time. He has had a second career as an actor and has appeared in several films in the Fast and Furious series.

Before Fame

He began rapping in Atlanta, Georgia at the age of nine and joined an amateur rap group at age twelve.

Trivia

His real name is Christopher Brian Bridges; he co-founded the record label Disturbing the Peace and released Battle of the Sexes in 2010.

Family Life

He was born to Roberta Shields and Wayne Brian Bridges. He married Eudoxie Mbouguiengue in 2014. He has three daughters named KarmaCai, and Cadence

Associated With

He collaborated with Usher and Lil Jon on the hit 2004 song "Yeah!"




Kim Namjoon
Rapper


Birthday
September 12, 1994
Birth Place
LLsang-gu, Korea

Age
23-year-old

Birth Sign
Virgo

About

Rapper and songwriter also knew as Rap Monster or RM for short who is a member of the hip-hop group Bangtan Boys aka BTS. He has been honored at the 2013 Golden Disk and Melon Music Awards and at the 2014 Gaon Chart K-Pop and Seoul Music Awards. 

Before Fame

Before joining Bangtan Boys, he had a solo underground career under the stage name of Runch Randa. 

Trivia

In 2017, he and BTS became the first Kpop group to win a Billboard award, beating out US favorites such as Justin Bieber and Ariana Grande.

Family Life

He hails from Seoul, South Korea. He has a younger sister named Kim Kyungmin. 

Associated With



His fellow Bangtan Boys are JinMin YoongiJ-HopePark JiminKim Taehyung, and Jungkook.



Nas
Rapper


Birthday
September 14,1973
Birth Place
New York City, NY
Age

44-year-old

Birth Sign
Virgo

About

Influential rap artist whose 1994 debut album, Illmatic, is frequently ranked as one of the greatest hip-hop albums of all time. MTV listed him as the fifth Greatest MC of All Time.

Before Fame

He was born Nasir bin Olu Dara Jones, and he began rapping as a teen under the stage name Kid Wave.

Trivia

His second album, It Was Written, debuted at number one on the Billboard Charts and stayed there for four consecutive weeks.

Family Life

He was married to singer Kelis from 2005 to 2010. He has a son named Knight and a daughter named Destiny.

Associated With


He had a highly publicized rap feud with Jay Z that began in 2001.





Jermaine Dupri
Rapper


Birthday
September 23, 1972

Birth Place
Asheville, NC

Age
45-years-old


Birth Sign
Libra

About

 Popular music producer, songwriter, and the rapper were also known as JD, he became best known for his collaborations. He helped produce Mariah Carey's multi-platinum album The Emancipation of Mimi, including co-writing the song "We Belong Together."

Before Fame

He was a dancer for hip-hop group Whodini at the age of 12. He started his own store, called Rap Corna Guuds, before becoming a rapper.

Trivia

He worked with Chris Kelly and Chris Smith to form the duo Kris Kross and helped their first album, 1992's Totally Krossed Out, achieve multi-platinum sales.

Family Life

He dated singer Janet Jackson from August 2001 to March 2009. He has a daughter named Shaniah.

Associated With


He created the show The Rap Game with Queen Latifah. Singers like Ludacris and Usher appeared as guests on the show. 



Will Smith
Rapper


Birthday
September 25, 1967
Birth Place
Philidelphia, PA

Age
50-years-old

Birth Sign
Libra

About

Actor and rapper who had his breakthrough acting role on the popular sitcom The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. In 2007, he was named the most powerful actor in Hollywood by Newsweek. His long list of film credits includes Men in BlackIndependence DayHitch and Bad Boys. He was also cast as the Genie in the Disney live-action remake of Aladdin

Before Fame

Before becoming an actor, he performed as a member of a hip-hop duo under the name The Fresh Prince. The IRS garnished his income in the late 1980s and raided his possessions, an act that left him nearly broke.

Trivia

His debut solo album Big Willie Style was released in 1997 and sold over 10 million copies worldwide.

Family Life

He had a son named Willard Carroll Smith III with Sheree Zampino, whom he was married to from 1992 to 1995. He married actress Jada Pinkett in 1997. His children are actors and singers Jaden Smith and Willow Smith. Jaden co-starred with him in the drama The Pursuit of Happiness and in the science fiction film After Earth

Associated With


In 2008, he donated $4,600 to Barack Obama's presidential campaign.







TI
Rapper


Birthday
September 25, 1980
Birth Place
Atlanta, GA
Age
37-years-old
Birth Sign
Libra

About

Also known as Tip Harris, he has released five platinum hip-hop albums and won multiple Grammy Awards. His best-known songs include "Top Back," "Soldier" and "U Don't Know Me." He has starred on his own reality series T.I. & Tiny: The Family Hustle since 2011.

Before Fame

He dropped out of Douglass High School and was arrested several times as a teen for selling drugs.

Trivia

He had acting roles in the films Ant-Man in 2015, Takers in 2010, American Gangster in 2007, and ATL in 2006.

Family Life

He married Tameka Harris in 2010. Tameka filed for divorce in 2016. He has two daughters, Deyjah and Heiress, and four sons, DomaniKingMajor, and Messiah. He also had a step-daughter named Zonnique through his marriage to Tameka.

Associated With

He appeared in numerous episodes of Boss with Kelsey Grammer.


Lil Wayne
Rapper


Birthday
September 27, 1982
Birth Place
New Orleans, LA
Age
35-years-old
Birth Sign
Libra

About

A rap artist who is best known for his Carter series of albums. He won four Grammy Awards in 2009, including the award for Best Rap Song for his song "Lollipop." He is the CEO of his own label, Young Money Entertainment, which was founded in 2005.  

Before Fame

He shot himself in the chest while playing with his mother's 9mm handgun when he was 12. He dropped out of school as an honor student at age 14 to pursue a career in music.

Trivia

He joined the group Hot Boys in 1997, and released the hit song "Lollipop." He released the album I Am Not a Human Being in 2010 while serving a year-long prison sentence for being in possession of his manager's .40 caliber handgun.

Family Life

He married Antonia Carter on February 14, 2004, and the couple divorced in January 2006. He and Antonia had a daughter named Reginae. He then had a son named Dwayne III with Sarah Vivian, a son named Cameron with actress Lauren London and another son named Neal with singer Nivea.

Associated With

He signed Drake to his record label, Young Money.






Asap Rocky 
Rapper


Birthday
October 3, 1988
Birth Place
New York City, NY
Age
29-years-old
Birth Sign
Libra

About

The Harlem-based rapper who first gained fame with his LiveLoveA$AP mixtape. His first studio album Long. Live. ASAP debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200 in 2013 and earned him a nomination for a BET Award for Best Male Hip-Hop Artist. He stars in the 2015 feature film Dope.

Before Fame

He turned his focus to rapping at the age of 13, after his older brother was killed.

Trivia

He appeared in the Lana Del Rey music video for "National Anthem," where he played a character inspired by John F. Kennedy.

Family Life

His parents named him Rakim Mayers after hip-hop icon Rakim. He also has an older sister named Erika.

Associated With

He was featured on the remix to Rihanna's song, "Cockiness (Love It)" at the 2012 MTV Music Video Awards.



Nick Cannon
Rapper

Birthday
October 08, 1980
Birth Place
San Diego, CA
Age
37-years-old


Birth Sign
Libra

About

Nickelodeon star of All That who later hosted The Nick Cannon Show, Wild 'N Out, and America's Got Talent. Also a recording artist, he released his self-titled debut album in 2003 and his song "Parents Just Don't Understand" was featured in the film Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius.

Before Fame

He received his first taste of fame during a stand up comedy routine on a local cable network at age 11. 

Trivia

He has appeared in such films as DrumlineLove Don't Cost a Thing, and Roll Bounce. He has Lupus and he became a celebrity ambassador for the Lupus Foundation of America.

Family Life

In 2008, he married singer and actress Mariah Carey. The couple welcomed twins named Moroccan and Monroe in 2011 and in 2014, he and Carey separated. In 2017, his second son Golden Cannon was born to his ex-girlfriend Brittany Bell.

Associated With


In 2003 he released the hit single "Gigolo" in collaboration with R. Kelly.




Mc Lyte
Rapper


Birthday
October 11, 1970
Birth Place
Brooklyn, NY
Age
47-years-old

Birth Sign
Libra

About

The rapper who debuted in the late 1980s with her album Lyte as a Rock. She is considered to be one of the original feminists in hip-hop, as well as a pioneer of the genre.

Before Fame

She began rapping when she was twelve years old.

Trivia

She had a role on the sitcom In the House.

Family Life

She has two brothers, who formed the group Audio Two. She married John Wyche in August 2017.

Associated With

She has worked with Brandy on several songs.

Cardi B


Birthday
October 11, 1992
Birth Place
The Bronx, NY
Age
25-years-old
Birth Sign
Libra


About

Gained fame as a cast member on the reality series Love & Hip Hop: New York. She is a hip hop recording artist known for singles such as "Bodak Yellow" and "Forever." Also a social media star, she has earned more than 23 million Instagram followers on her iamcardib account.  

Before Fame

She performed as an exotic dancer for five years.

Trivia

Also a video vixen, she released a DVD called I Am: Cardi B and landed a special on Revolt TV taking viewers behind the scenes of her life. 

Family Life

Her real name is Belcalis Almanzar. She was born and raised in the Bronx alongside her sister Hennessy Carolina. Her parents were born in the Caribbean. She began dating Kiari Cephus aka Offset in 2017; they got engaged in October that same year. She announced in March of 2018 she was pregnant with her first child.

Associated With

She starred in the music video for "Chapi Chapi" by Farruko and featuring Messiah.



Eminem
Rapper


Birthday
October 17, 1972
Birth Place
Saint Joesph, MO
Age
45-years-old
Birth Sign
Libra


About

Born Marshall Mathers, he became an international sensation after the release of his first single, "My Name Is." He won the Best Rap Album Grammy for three consecutive albums: The Slim Shady LP, The Marshall Mathers LP, and The Eminem Show. He also received the Academy Award for Best Original Song for "Lose Yourself," from the 2002 film 8 Mile, which he also starred in. 

Before Fame

He aspired to become a comic book artist until his uncle, Ronald Polkinghorn, introduced him to Ice-T's song "Reckless." 

Trivia

He caused waves when he performed his song "Stan" with Elton John at the 43rd Grammy Awards ceremony in 2001, and many saw it as a response to critics who had called his lyrics homophobic. 

Family Life

He was married to Kimberly Anne Scott from June 14, 1999, until their divorce on October 11, 2001. They remarried on January 14, 2006, but divorced again later that year. He has three daughters named HailieWhitney, and Alaina

Associated With

He and Dr. Dre collaborated on many songs together including the 1999 song "Forgot About
Dre." 






Snoop Dogg
Rapper


Birthday
October 20, 1971
Birth Place
Long Beach, CA
Age
46-years-old
Birth Sign
Libra

About

A legendary rapper who has sold over 30 million records, and whose debut album, Doggystyle, sold nearly 1 million copies the week of its release. He is known for his laid-back persona and his advocacy for the recreational use of marijuana.

Before Fame

He was in and out of prison towards the end of high school for selling cocaine and was discovered by Dr. Dre in 1992.

Trivia

He became famous for singing "What's My Name" and "Gin & Juice," and his album Tha Doggfather went 2x platinum in 1997.

Family Life

He married Shante Taylor on June 12, 1997, and they had three children together, Corde, Cordell, and Cori. He was born with the name Calvin Cordozar Broadus.

Associated With

He was featured in Katy Perry's hit song "California Gurls."








NBA YoungBoy


Birthday
October 20, 1999
Birth Place
Baton Rough, LA
Age
18-years-old


Birth Sign
Libra

About

The rapper who went viral for releasing the music video for his hit song "Win or Lose" while still behind bars. He also found success with his mixtape 38 Baby, which received millions of views on YouTube.

Before Fame

He was arrested for an out-of-state warrant and two counts of attempted second-degree murder at the age of 17. He began posting to YouTube under the channel DAVID G.

Trivia

He goes under the stage name NBA YoungBoy, which stands for Never Broke Again. He later changed it to YoungBoy Never Broke Again.

Family Life

He was born Kentrell DeSean Gaulden in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He was raised by his grandmother. He has four children, KamiriKaydenKamron, and Taylin. He began a relationship with Jania Bania

Associated With



His mixtape 38 Baby features Baton Rouge rappers Kevin Gates and Boosie BadAzz.




The Game
Rapper


Birthday
November 2, 1979
Birth Place
Los Angels, CA
Age
38-years-old

Birth Sign
Sagittarius 

About

Born Jayceon Taylor, he is an American rapper who released three #1 albums between 2005 and 2011. He became a leader in the West Coast hip-hop scene.

Before Fame

He lived in foster care as a child and was signed by Dr. Dre to his label Aftermath Entertainment in 2003.

Trivia

His debut album The Documentary (2005) sold over 5 million copies worldwide.

Family Life

He was engaged to Valeisha Butterfield, but the wedding was called off in 2006. He was also engaged to Tiffney Cambridge. He has sons named King and Harlem and a daughter named Cali.

Associated With


He began his career as a member of 50 Cent's rap group, G-Unit.



Treach
Rapper


Birthday
December 2, 1970
Birth Place
East Orange, NJ
Age
47-years-old

Birth Sign
Sagittarius 


About

Born Anthony Criss, he is a rapper and actor who is best known for being the lead rapper of the group Naughty by Nature.

Before Fame

He was raised in East Orange, New Jersey where he met his fellow group mates from Naughty by Nature.

Trivia

He appeared in three episodes of HBO's prison drama Oz.

Family Life

His daughter Egypt was born in 1998. He was married to Sandy Denton from 1999 until 2001.

Associated With


He was married to Sandra Denton, who is better known as Pepa from the group Salt-n-Pepa.




Jay Z
Rapper


Birthday
December 4, 1969
Birth Place
Brooklyn, NY
Age
48-years-old
Birth Sign
Sagittarius 

About

Rapper whose first hit, "Dead Presidents," became an international success. He has since won 21 Grammy Awards and sold over 75 million albums worldwide. His albums Reasonable Doubt, The Blueprint, and The Black Album were all featured on Rolling Stone Magazine's list of the 500 greatest albums of all time. 

Before Fame

His interest in creating music exploded after receiving a boom box from his mother on his 12th birthday, and his nickname evolved from "Jazzy" to "Jay-Z."

Trivia

His success in music led him to launch a record label and a clothing line, become a partial owner of the Brooklyn Nets and found the 40/40 Club.

Family Life

He married Beyonce Knowles on April 4, 2008, and they had their first daughter, Blue Ivy, on January 7, 2012. They welcomed a pair of twins named Rumi and Sir in June 2017. 

Associated With

He grew up listening to soul artists such as Marvin Gaye, which influenced his early music.






Nicki Minaj
Rapper


December 8, 1982
Birth Place
Saint James, Trinidad and Tobago 
Age
35-years-old
Birth Sign
Sagittarius


About

Hip-hop artist whose 2010 debut album, Pink Friday, went 4x platinum and had seven singles reach the Billboard's Hot 100 at the same time. She follows up album, Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded was released in 2012.

Before Fame

She played the clarinet in middle school and worked as a waitress at Red Lobster after her acting career failed to take off. She was fired from Red Lobster for being rude to customers and went on to work as an office manager on Wall Street. 

Trivia

She became a judge on the twelfth season of American Idol alongside Mariah CareyKeith Urban, and American Idol veteran Randy Jackson. In 2012, she provided the voice for the character Steffie in the film Ice Age: Continental Drift, and in 2014, she played a supporting role in the romantic comedy The Other Woman

Family Life

She has brothers named Micaiah, Brandon and Jelani and a sister named Ming. Her mother Carol has worked as a gospel singer, and her father Robert has worked for American Express. Her relationship with producer Safaree Samuels ended in 2014. She then dated rappers, Meek Mill and Nas

Associated With

She collaborated with Britney Spears on the song "Till The World Ends."





T-Boz ( Tionne Watkins)
Rapper


Birthday
April  26, 1970
Birth Place
Des Monies, IA
Age
48-years-old
Birth Sign
Taurus

About

Best known by her stage name T-Boz, she is a singer, dancer, actress, and one-third of the legendary hip-hop group TLC. In 2013, she produced the VH1 biopic CrazySexyCool: The TLC Story, which was based on her time in the influential group. 

Before Fame

She suffered from sickle cell anemia and was in and out of the hospital as a child due to her condition.

Trivia

She recorded the solo single Touch Myself for the soundtrack of the film Fled, starring Stephen Baldwin.

Family Life

She got married to Mack 10 on August 19, 2000, and they had one child together before she filed for divorce in 2003.

Associated With


She worked with Busta Rhymes when she was in her band TLC.




Busta Rhymes
Rapper


Birthday
May 20, 1972
Birth Place
New York, NY
Age
46-years-old
Birth Sign
Taurus


About

Born Trevor Tahiem Smith, Jr., this reggae-influenced rapper gained recognition for his song "Woo Hah!" and became known for his rapid rhyming. He is also a founding member of the record label Conglomerate.

Before Fame

He went to high school with Jay-ZDMX, and The Notorious B.I.G.

Trivia

He has been called one of the most prolific rappers in history, was nominated for over ten Grammy Awards, and appeared in the 2000 film, Shaft.

Family Life

He had three sons named T'ziah, T'Khi, and Trillian with his former girlfriend, Joanne Wood. He also had a daughter named Mariah in 1998 with another ex-girlfriend.

Associated With


He once opened for Mariah Carey on her Adventures of Mimi Tour.



Machine Gun Kelly
Rapper


Birthday
April 22, 1990
Birth Place
Texas
Age
28-years-old
Birth Sign
Taurus

About

Born Richard Colson Baker, but best known as Machine Gun Kelly or MGK, he gained fame with Stamp Of Approval in 2006 and became known for his spitfire lyrics. He won the MTVu Breaking Woodie Award in 2012.  

Before Fame

He lived in Egypt and Germany as a child because his parents were missionaries. He grew up listening to DMX and Ludacris

Trivia

He was presented with the Hottest Breakthrough MC Award from MTV in 2011 after releasing his album Lace Up. 

Family Life

He was raised in Los Angeles, Denver, Chicago, Cleveland and abroad as a single child, and learned to speak Arabic before learning English. In 2015, he briefly dated Amber Rose. He has a daughter named Casie

Associated With

He collaborated with Lil Jon on the 2012 song "Lace Up."





Meek Mill


Birthday
May 6, 1987
Birth Place
Philadelphia, PA 
Age
31-years-old
Birth Sign
Taurus

About

Born Robert Williams and known as Mr. Philadelphia, he is a hip-hop artist whose first studio album, Dreams & Nightmares, reached #2 on the U.S. Billboard 200.

Before Fame

He formed a rap group called The Bloodhoundz at age eighteen. They released four mixtapes together.

Trivia

He became known for his association with Rick Ross's Maybach Music Group and his song "Young & Gettin' It."

Family Life

He has a sister named Nasheemah, and the mother of his child is named Fahimah. From 2014 to 2016, he dated Nicki Minaj.

Associated With

He featured Aubrey Drake Graham on his hit single "Amen."






Matty B
Rapper


Birthday
January 6, 2003
Birth Place
Atlanta, GA
Age
15-years-old
Birth Sign
Capricorn

About

Born Matthew David Morris, he is a famous rapper whose music has been featured on shows such as The Today ShowThe Wendy Williams Show, the Dr. Phil Show, and EXTRA. He has earned over 10 million subscribers and more than 4.8 billion views to his MattyBRaps YouTube channel. He has another 3 million subscribers on his MattyBVlogs YouTube channel.

Before Fame

He played peewee baseball and was beginning school before becoming an internet sensation across multiple social media platforms, including YouTube.

Trivia

Billboard Magazine selected him as a Top 21 Under 21 in 2013, and he has been noticed by A-list celebrities such as Katy PerryRyan Seacrest, and Ashton Kutcher. He has his own record label, publishing company, and concert and touring company.

Family Life

He has four siblings, Sarah, Blake Jr., John, and Joshua. His parents are Tawny Morris and Blake Morris Sr. 

Associated With

He is an aspiring actor who has been featured in commercials that have appeared on national television. He's appeared alongside Dwayne Johnson on television as well.




Sean Paul
Rapper


Birthday
January 9, 1973
Birth Place
Kingston, Jamicia
Age
45-years-old

Birth Sign
Capricorn

About

Jamaican rapper who has collaborated with some artists, including BeyonceAkonSnoop Dogg and Rihanna. His 2002 album Dutty Rock reached number 1 on the US Rap Billboard charts and went RIAA double platinum.

Before Fame

He played for Jamaica's national water polo team as a teenager.

Trivia

He won Best New Act of the Year at the 2003 MTV Music Awards and Best Reggae Album at the 2004 Grammy Awards for Dutty Rock.

Family Life

He was born to Garth and Frances Paul. He married Jodi Stewart in 2012.

Associated With


He was nominated for Best New Artist at the 2004 Grammys, but the award was given to Amy Lee and Evanescence.






Chris Smith
Rapper


Birthday
January 10, 1979
Birth Place
Atlanta, GA
Age
39-years-old


Birth Sign
Capricorn

About

One half of the former rap duo Kris Kross, alongside the late Chris "Mac Daddy" Kelly, known for their 1992 hit single "Jump."

Before Fame

He and Chris Kelly became friends in the first grade. They were discovered in an Atlanta shopping mall by Jermaine Dupri in 1991.

Trivia

He founded One Life Entertainment, Inc. He studied marketing and business in school.

Family Life

He is an Atlanta, Georgia native.

Associated With


Kris Kross has been referenced by numerous rappers in songs, including TupacDr. DreMethod Man, and others.





Missy Elliott
Rapper


Birthday
July 1, 1971
Birth Place
Portsmouth, VA
Age
46-year-old

Birth Sign
Cancer

About

Grammy Award-winning rapper is best known for singles such as "Get Ur Freak On," "The Rain," and "Lose Control." She became the first female rapper to release six platinum albums.

Before Fame

She skipped two grades and then intentionally failed all of her classes so she could be reunited with her own age group.

Trivia

Her 1999 album, Da Real World, and Miss E... So Addictive, sold over 3 million copies across the globe.

Family Life

She was the only child of Patricia, a power-company coordinator, and Ronnie, a Marine. She has stated that she has a weak relationship with her father. 

Associated With


She wrote songs for Aaliyah's second album, One in a Million.




50 Cent
Rapper



Birthday
July 6, 1975
Birth Place
New York City, NY

Age
42-year-old

Birth Sign
Cancer


About

Rap sensation who is also a member of the East Coast group G-Unit and was ranked the sixth-best artist of the 2000s by Billboard magazine. His first hit, "In Da Club," became a sensation in 2003. His Get Rich or Die Tryin' album also went 6x platinum.

Before Fame

After his mother died, he moved in with his grandparent's and his eight aunts and uncles. He competed in the Junior Olympics as a boxer.

Trivia

He is notorious for surviving nine gunshot wounds in 2000 and released Guess Who's Back? In 2002. Eminem discovered him and connected him with Dr. Dre that same year.

Family Life

His parents named him Curtis Jackson, and he had a son named Marquise Jackson (nicknamed 25 Cent) on October 13, 1997, with his girlfriend, Shaniqua Tompkins. He also had a son named Sire Jackson with model Daphne Joy.

Associated With


He has been in feuds with Sean Combs, G-Unit, The Game, and Nas.



Christopher Martin (Kid and Play)
Rapper

Birthday
July 10, 1975
Birth Place
New York City, NY
Age

55-year-old

Birth Sign
Cancer

About

Known as Play from the rap/comedy duo Kid 'n' Play who is also an actor from the House Party films.

Before Fame

He was in a rap group called Quicksilver and the Super Lovers, where he was known as Playboy.

Trivia

He acted as an undercover DEA agent in the film The Return in addition to appearing in the House Party series.

Family Life
He was married to Shari Headley from 1993 until 1995, and they had two kids named Skyler Martin and Vannessa Martin-Jackson.

Associated With


He is the cousin of actor Martin Lawrence.



Lil Kim
Rapper


Birthday
July 11, 1974
Birth Place
New York City, NY
Age


43-year-old

Birth Sign
Cancer

About

Pint-sized rap icon who has released many platinum albums and won a Grammy Award for Best Pop Collaboration with Vocals for her involvement in the hit song "Lady Marmalade."

Before Fame

She dropped out of the Brooklyn College Academy to work as a clerk at Bloomingdales.

Trivia

She became famous shortly after she impressed The Notorious B.I.G. with her freestyle skills.

Family Life

Her parents, Linwood and Ruby Jones, separated when she was nine. She had a long-term relationship with Notorious B.I.G. before his death. She has a daughter named Royal Reign.

Associated With

One of her biggest hits, "Lady Marmalade," was performed by other stars like Missy Elliot and Christina Aguilera.







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