rap musicians

Presents a biography of hip-hop artist Soulja Boy Tell 'Em, who launched his career on the Internet before signing with a record company, covering his work with other artists and his invention of a new dance move, and includes a chronology, list of accomplishments, and glossary.

Chronicles the life of hip-hop artist Kanye West, from his childhood dreams to stardom, and also discusses his future plans as an artist.

"Grammy and Pulitzer Prize winner Kendrick Lamar is a standout in the hip-hop world. Even as a teenage rapper, he used the joys and tragedies he experienced living in Compton, California, to craft thoughtful lyrics amid evocative rhythms. Young music lovers will appreciate learning about Lamar's rise in the hip-hop game, including his work with Dr. Dre, through accessible text, Lamar's own words, informative sidebars, and an instructive timeline. They'll especially love the colorful photographs of the artist in action"--Provided by the publisher.

Highlights the life and accomplishments of the professional wrestler and three-time winner of the WWE World Championship.

Examines the life and accomplishments of Jay-Z, discussing his childhood, big break in the hip-hop industry, music, relationship with Beyonc? Knowles, and more.

"Rick Ross is an indomitable presence in the music industry, but few people know his full story. Now, for the first time, Ross offers a vivid, dramatic and unexpectedly candid account of his early childhood, his tumultuous adolescence and his dramatic ascendancy in the world of hip-hop. Born William Leonard Roberts II, Ross grew up 'across the bridge,' in a Miami at odds with the glitzy beaches, nightclubs and yachts of South Beach"--Dust jacket.

Looks at the life and career of American rapper Jay-Z.

In 1999, a former dishwasher from Detroit named Marshall Bruce Mathers III became the most controversial and polarizing musical artist in the world. He was an outlier, a white artist creating viable art in a black medium, telling stories with such verbal dexterity, nimble wit, and shocking honesty that his music and persona resonated universally. In short, Eminem changed the landscape of pop culture as we knew it.

"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.

An exploration of the life and career of rap musician Post Malone.