rap musicians

Drake began his career as an actor, but his fame skyrocketed when he focused his talents on music. The multiple award-winning singer, songwriter, and rapper is one of the biggest names in hip-hop and R&B today. Young readers will learn about Drake's career and life through highly accessible text accompanied by a variety of nonfiction text features, including dynamic full-color photographs, fact boxes, and direct quotes from Drake himself.

Profiles the life and career of rap musician and song writer, Will.i.am, born William James Adams, Jr., his success, mixing media, and making a difference through music and helping others.

"Even at a young age, Kanye West's love for music gave him opportunities to make money. Even though Kanye had the chance to attend college and have his career go in a different direction, he instead chose to focus on writing beats and raps which ultimately made him a star. This hip-hop biography covers everything from Kanye's childhood mischief to his first big contract to the most controversial moment of his illustrious career"--Provided by the publisher.

"[Profiles the life and career of] Pharrell Williams ... aGrammy Award-winning singer, rapper, and record producer"--Provided by publisher.

"In this biography of hip-hop mogul 50 Cent, learn about the struggles the star went through, including selling crack cocaine and being shot nine times"--Provided by publisher.

"In this biography of Hip-Hop mogul Ludacris, read everything about him from his life-changing internship at a radio station to his rise to fame as a rapper and movie star"--Provided by publisher.

"In this biography of Hip-Hop mogul Kanye West, read about everything from his childhood and upbringing in Chicago to the birth of his daughter, North West"--Provided by publisher.

"In this biography of Hip-Hop mogul Eminem, learn everything from his early childhood struggles in Detroit to his controversial lyrics that have made him one of the best-selling artists of all-time"--Provided by publisher.

Examines the life of rap musician Tupac Shakur, explores the reasons why his music and message continue to grow five years after his death, and includes interviews with people who knew and/or admired the rapper, including his mother, Quincy Jones, Jada Pinkett Smith, and others.

Contains an introduction to the music group, the Wu-Tang Clan, providing information on basic principles of the artistry, philosophy, and spirituality of the group, including a look into the ideas and life events that influenced them.