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@DMX.....Full Name: Earl Simmons Born: December 18, 1970 (Mount Vernon, New York, U.S.) Died: April 9, 2021 (White Plains, New York, U.S.) Genres: East Coast hip-hop, hardcore hip-hop, horrorcore Labels: Ruff Ryders, Def Jam, Columbia, Bloodline DMX was an influential American rapper and actor, known for his raw, aggressive style and deep, introspective lyrics. He rose to prominence in the late 1990s with his debut album It's Dark and Hell Is Hot (1998), which was both a critical and commercial success. His follow-up, Flesh of My Flesh, Blood of My Blood (1998), solidified his status, making him the second rapper after Tupac Shakur to release two No. 1 albums in the same year. His third album, ...And Then There Was X (1999), became his best-selling project, featuring the hit single Party Up (Up in Here). DMX continued his streak with The Great Depression (2001) and Grand Champ (2003), becoming the first artist to have five consecutive albums debut at No. 1 on the Billboard 200.

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@THE GAME........Full Name: Jayceon Terrell Taylor Born: November 29, 1979 (age 45) Birthplace: Compton, California, U.S. Genres: West Coast hip-hop, gangsta rap Labels: 100 Entertainment, Virgin, Prolific, Blood Money, Aftermath, G-Unit, Interscope, Geffen The Game is an American rapper known for his role in reviving West Coast hip-hop in the 2000s. He first gained recognition with his independent album Untold Story (2004) before being discovered by Dr. Dre and signing with Aftermath Records. His major-label debut, The Documentary (2005), was a commercial success, earning double platinum certification and Grammy nominations. Following disputes with 50 Cent, The Game left G-Unit and continued his career with Geffen Records, releasing Doctor’s Advocate (2006), LAX (2008), and The R.E.D. Album (2011), all of which performed well on the Billboard 200. His later albums, including Jesus Piece (2012), The Documentary 2 (2015), and Born 2 Rap (2019), solidified his legacy in hip-hop.........

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@NELLY.......Cornell Iral Haynes Jr.[2] (born November 2, 1974),[2] better known by his stage name Nelly, is an American rapper, singer, and actor. He grew up in St. Louis, Missouri, and embarked on his musical career in 1993 as a member of the Midwest hip hop group St. Lunatics. He signed with Universal Records as a solo act in 1999 to release his debut studio album, Country Grammar (2000). Its two lead singles, "Country Grammar (Hot Shit)" and "Ride wit Me", (featuring City Spud), both entered the top ten of the Billboard Hot 100. The album peaked atop the Billboard 200 and received diamond certification by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).[3] His second album, Nellyville (2002), spawned two consecutive Billboard Hot 100 number-one singles: "Hot in Herre" and "Dilemma" (featuring Kelly Rowland), along with the top-five single, "Air Force Ones" (featuring Murphy Lee and St. Lunatics).........

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@TYGA............Micheal Ray Stevenson[3] (born November 19, 1989), known professionally as Tyga (/ˈtaɪɡə/; a backronym for Thank You God Always),[4] is an American rapper and singer. After several independent releases, he signed a recording contract with Lil Wayne's Young Money Entertainment, an imprint of Cash Money Records and Republic Records in 2008. His second album and major label debut, Careless World: Rise of the Last King (2012), peaked at number four on the Billboard 200, received platinum certification by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), and was met with critical praise. It spawned the Billboard Hot 100-top ten single "Rack City", as well as the top 40 single "Faded" (featuring Lil Wayne). His third album, Hotel California (2013), was met with trailing critical and commercial response, along with his collaborative album with singer Chris Brown, Fan of a Fan: The Album (2015).......

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@LUDAR CRIS.......Ludacris, born Christopher Brian Bridges on September 11, 1977, in Champaign, Illinois, is an acclaimed American rapper and actor. He moved to Atlanta, Georgia, at the age of nine, where he began his music career, initially as a DJ before founding his own record label, Disturbing tha Peace. Ludacris gained fame in the early 2000s with his album "Back for the First Time," which showcased his unique style and lyrical prowess, contributing significantly to the Dirty South hip-hop movement. In addition to his music career, he has appeared in several films, including the "Fast & Furious" franchise, further solidifying his status as a multifaceted entertainer. ......

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@T.I ........T.I. (Clifford Joseph Harris Jr.) is an American rapper, songwriter, record executive, and actor, widely recognized as a pioneer of trap music alongside Jeezy and Gucci Mane. Born on September 25, 1980, in Atlanta, Georgia, he began his career in the late 1990s, signing with LaFace Records in 1999. His debut album, I'm Serious (2001), received modest success, leading him to establish Grand Hustle Records in 2003. His breakthrough came with Trap Muzik (2003), featuring hits like "Rubber Band Man" and "Let's Get Away". He gained further recognition with Urban Legend (2004) and King (2006), the latter debuting at No. 1 on the Billboard 200. T.I.'s most commercially successful album, Paper Trail (2008), included two Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 singles, "Whatever You Like" and "Live Your Life" (featuring Rihanna). He has won three Grammy Awards and collaborated with artists like Jay-Z, Lil Wayne, and Justin Timberlake. Beyond music, T.I. has acted in films such as ATL (2006) and Ant-Man (2015). He is also known for his activism, advocating for criminal justice reform and community empowerment. Despite legal troubles, he remains a significant figure in hip-hop culture1......

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@NAS........Nas, born Nasir bin Olu Dara Jones on September 14, 1973, in Brooklyn, New York, is an acclaimed American rapper and songwriter. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest rappers of all time, known for his profound lyrics and storytelling ability, particularly in the context of East Coast hip-hop. Nas gained prominence in the 1990s with his debut album "Illmatic," which is often cited as one of the greatest hip-hop albums ever. Throughout his career, he has released numerous successful albums, including "It Was Written," "Stillmatic," and "The King's Disease," the latter winning a Grammy Award in 2021. Nas is also recognized for his influence on the genre and his ability to adapt to the evolving music landscape while maintaining his artistic integrity. ........

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