Birdman is an influential Southern rap artist, Cash Money Records CEO, and co-founder. Rising to fame in the late 1990s as half of the duo Big Tymers, he has released solo albums including Birdman and Fast Money, and shaped the careers of stars like Lil Wayne and Drake.
New Orleans rapper B.G. rose to fame as an early Cash Money Records artist and member of the Hot Boys. Known for his nasal drawl, he released the platinum album Chopper City in the Ghetto and the hit Bling Bling, which popularized the term.
New Orleans rapper Silkk the Shocker, born Vyshonn King Miller, rose with No Limit Records, co-founded by his brother Master P. Known for his gangsta rap style and unique flow, he earned platinum albums "Charge It 2 da Game" and "Made Man." Popular tracks include "It Ain't My Fault" and "Somebody Like Me," featuring collaborations with Mya and Mystikal. He has sold over 7 million records.
New Orleans-born rapper Mia X made history as the first female artist on Master P's No Limit label. She released her debut album Good Girl Gone Bad in 1995, followed by Unlady Like, which reached the Top 20 album charts.
New Orleans rapper Fiend rose to fame with No Limit Records, contributing to Master P's hit Make Em Say Ugh. His 1998 solo album There's One in Every Family sold over a million copies, establishing his prominent legacy in Southern rap.
New Orleans' own Mac, born McKinley Phipps Jr., is a critically acclaimed hip-hop artist from No Limit Records. Known for his lyrical complexity, he gained fame with albums like "Shell Shocked," which hit Billboard's Top 200, and as part of the 504 Boyz. His work includes popular songs such as "I Can Tell" and "Wobble Wobble."
Rapper Mr. Serv-On signed to Master P's No Limit Records and released his charting album Life Insurance in 1997. After leaving No Limit, he released War Is Me, Pt. 1: Battle Decisions in 2000 and No More Questions on D3 Entertainment in 2003.
Born Percy Miller, New Orleans-raised rapper and No Limit Records CEO Master P built a hip-hop empire in the 1990s. Known for street-level hardcore rap and the 1997 platinum hit Make 'Em Say Uhh!, he also ventured into acting, filmmaking, and sports.
New Orleans rapper Juvenile emerged in the bounce scene before achieving nationwide fame as a solo artist and member of Hot Boys. He is best known for multi-platinum albums like 400 Degreez and hit singles including Back That Azz Up and Slow Motion.
New Orleans producer and rapper Mannie Fresh co-founded the legendary sound of Cash Money Records and formed the group Big Tymers in 1998. Known for his bright production on multi-platinum hits, he released his solo debut The Mind of Mannie Fresh in 2004.
Louisiana rapper Boosie Badazz, formerly known as Lil' Boosie, is known for his raw, tough Southern style. Rising from underground circles, he released major-label charting albums like Bad Azz, Superbad, and Touchdown 2 Cause Hell, alongside hit singles including Wipe Me Down.
An American rapper and singer from New Orleans, Louisiana, best known for his 2002 viral hit single and debut album of the same name, "Choppa Style," which popularized New Orleans bounce music on a national level.
Raequel Miller, known as Mercedes, is an R&B/hip-hop artist originating from Louisiana and Detroit. A prominent female voice from Master P's No Limit Records, her 1999 debut album "Rear End" showcased her blend of hip-hop and R&B, featuring tracks like "It's Your Thing" with Master P. Her work remains recognized.