A GRAMMY Salute to 50 Years of Hip Hop Inglewood Tickets - YouTube Theater

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Gunna

1 concert

Born in College Park, Georgia, rapper Gunna debuted on Young Thug's "Floyd Mayweather." Known for his unique style and collaborations (Travis Scott, Lil Baby), he achieved multiple chart-toppers like WUNNA and DS4Ever. Hits include "Drip Too Hard." Signed to YSL.

DJ Jazzy Jeff

3 concerts

Born in Philadelphia, DJ Jazzy Jeff is a pioneering DJ known for the Transformer scratch & Grammy wins with Will Smith. He founded A Touch of Jazz, produced for Jill Scott, & released celebrated albums including the Magnificent series.

Remy Ma

2 concerts

Bronx rapper Remy Ma, mentored by Big Pun, broke through with Terror Squad's "Lean Back." Her hits include "Conceited" and "All the Way Up." Despite a prison term, she returned strong with Grammy nods and collaborations with Fat Joe and Lil' Kim.

T.I.

5 concerts

Born in Atlanta, rapper T.I. rose to fame with hits like "Paper Trail" and is known for his sharp balance of smoothness and toughness. He's had multiple Top Ten albums, faced legal issues, and supported humanitarian causes. Collaborated with notable artists and influenced Atlanta's rap scene.

JUVENILE

8 concerts

DJ and producer Juvenile, from electro house to bass music, crafts original, infectious tracks with heavy basslines and glitchy beats. Known for experimental sound design.

GloRilla

25 concerts

Tennessee rapper GloRilla, known for female empowerment anthems, gained fame with "FNF (Let's Go)”. Signed by Yo Gotti to CMG, she followed up with hits like "Tomorrow".

Rakim

2 concerts

Rakim, born William Griffin in Wyandanch, NY, revolutionized hip-hop with his smooth flow and complex lyrics. Known for hits like "Paid in Full" with Eric B., he shaped progressive MC techniques and won critical acclaim, maintaining relevance from the 1980s through solo work in the late '90s.

Jeezy

8 concerts

Atlanta rapper Jeezy, known for pioneering the Southern trap genre, gained fame with his 2005 debut "Let's Get It: Thug Motivation 101." His hits include albums like "Trap or Die 3" & "TM104."

Digable Planets

2 concerts

Digable Planets, from NY, MD, and PA, fused jazz and hip-hop, gaining fame with their Grammy-winning hit "Rebirth of Slick." Known for the albums "Reachin'" and "Blowout Comb," they showcased a mix of live music and street sound.

Too $hort

2 concerts

West Coast rap pioneer Too $hort, born Todd Shaw in South Central LA, later moving to Oakland, captivated the scene with explicit lyrics and sparse beats. Known for hits like "The Ghetto" and albums like Born to Mack (gold) and Life Is...Too Short (platinum). Collaborated with 2Pac, Biggie, Jay-Z.

Warren G

3 concerts

American rapper Warren G, born Warren Griffin III, famed for the hit "Regulate" with Nate Dogg, has sold 8-10 million records globally. He's also a producer, philanthropist, and entrepreneur venturing into culinary arts inspired by his family.

DJ Quik

4 concerts

DJ Quik, born in Compton, is a revered rapper/producer known for '90s hits like "Tonite." He launched his career with self-produced album 'Quik Is the Name,' achieving platinum. Collaborated with artists such as Jay-Z, Snoop Dogg; founded his label, Mad Science.

Latto

3 concerts

Born in Clayton County, GA, rapper Latto, a Rap Game S1 winner, hit platinum with "Bitch From Da Souf." Collaborated with Saweetie, Trina, City Girls, Lil Baby, Gucci Mane. Known for sharp lyrics and style.

Three 6 Mafia

2 concerts

Three 6 Mafia founders DJ Paul & Juicy J, known for shaping Hip Hop/Pop with hits & high-profile collabs (Outkast, T.I.). Juicy J thrived solo, earning accolades and featuring in major tracks, while DJ Paul ventured into global sounds & Phonk, amassing awards along the journey.

De La Soul

3 concerts

NYC's De La Soul, famed for '3 Feet High and Rising,' collaborated with Prince Paul. Known for innovative Hip Hop and albums like 'Stakes Is High.' Grammy-nominated, their music hits streaming in 2023.

Talib Kweli

11 concerts

Brooklyn-born Talib Kweli, known for introspective lyrics and strong mike skills, gained fame in the '90s with Black Star and Reflection Eternal. Hits include "Get By" and albums like 'Quality'. Collaborated with Kanye West, Mos Def, and more.

Big Daddy Kane

3 concerts

Born in Brooklyn, Big Daddy Kane—King Asiatic Nobody's Equal—was a central figure in late '80s hip-hop. Known for hits like "Raw" and "Smooth Operator," he mixed smooth rap with strong rhyming skills, influencing many artists. Notably collaborated with Biz Markie and Barry White.

The Pharcyde

10 concerts

Formed in South Central LA, the Pharcyde are an alternative rap quartet known for their debut gold album 'Bizarre Ride II' and hits like "What’s Up Fatlip". They gained fame with unique style and collaborated with De La Soul & A Tribe Called Quest.

J.J. Fad

1 concert

Rap group JJ Fad from Rialto, CA, rose to fame with "Supersonic," a Grammy-nominated, platinum hit. Known as the Ruthless Princesses, they are backed by Arabian Prince & honor N.W.A and Eazy-E. Recently celebrated with their own street, JJFAD WAY!

Black Thought

2 concerts

Philadelphia-born Black Thought, co-founder of The Roots, is acclaimed for profound rap since the '90s. Known for Grammy-nominated albums like "Things Fall Apart," his solo works include the "Streams of Thought" series. Collaborated with artists like Erykah Badu and Danger Mouse.

Common

2 concerts

Common, born in Chicago, is a Grammy, Emmy, and Academy Award-winning artist known for "Glory" with John Legend and activism. His career spans music and acting, including a Broadway debut.

LL COOL J

2 concerts

LL Cool J, from Queens, New York, emerged in the '80s with hits like "Mama Said Knock You Out." Grammy-winning, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, actor, and Kennedy Center Honoree, he collaborated with Boyz II Men, Jennifer Lopez, and more. Known for hits “I Need Love” and “Doin’ It,” he starred on NCIS: Los Angeles and hosted Lip Sync Battle.

Cypress Hill

23 concerts

Cypress Hill, by B-Real, Sen Dog, & DJ Muggs, made hip-hop history with their unique sound. Celebrating 30 yrs, SME releases an expanded edition featuring bonuses and remixes.

E-40

7 concerts

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.

MC Lyte

6 concerts

MC Lyte, trailblazing rapper and DJ, born for Hip Hop greatness. First female rapper Grammy nominee, she's won multiple awards like BET's I AM HIP HOP and AARP's Living Legend. Esteemed performer at Carnegie Hall, White House, and more. She's also a Kennedy Center's Hip Hop Culture Council member.

2 concerts

Compton-native YG, known for hits like "Toot It and Boot It" & "Big Bank," has sustained success with his gritty West Coast rap style. His albums "My Krazy Life" & "Still Brazy" hit Top 10, with notable collaborations with Drake, Nicki Minaj, and Tyga.

Will Smith

5 concerts

Will Smith rose from teenage rap star to iconic actor, famous for hits like "Parents Just Don’t Understand" with DJ Jazzy Jeff and solo albums; won the first Best Rap Grammy.