E-40

E-40, a trailblazer in Bay Area rap from Vallejo, California, gained fame with his flamboyant, slang-rich style. Key albums include "In a Major Way" and "My Ghetto Report Card" with iconic tracks earning gold and platinum status. Known for massive hits like "Snap Yo Fingers" and collaborations with Big Sean, he also founded Mount Westmore with Snoop Dogg, Ice Cube, and Too $hort.