Lil Wayne (full name Dwayne Michael Carter Jr.) was born on September 27, 1982, in New Orleans. After shifting to Eastern New Orleans, he developed a love for rap and performed in several small events.
He was introduced to Cash Money and featured with them on the album True Story of 1995 following a recovery from a gunshot. After the B.z broke up, he teamed up with the Hot Boys. The group released the albums Get It How You Live and Guerrila Warfare which gave them a recognisable fan base.
Lil Wayne decided to pursue a solo career and released the album The Block is Hot in 1999. The album received double platinum status and he got the Best New Artist award at Source Awards. His next two albums, Lights Out and 500 Degreez attained gold status. He also featured with other artists for
tracks like 1 Stunna and Neva Get Enuf.
In 2004, the release of the album The Carter brought him new acclamations. After that, he released sequels of The Carter in 2005 and in 2008 with tracks like Best Rapper Alive and Fireman. At the same time, he featured with other artists to make songs like Tell Me and Soldier.
Lil Wayne was arrested in January 2008 with four charges which included drug-related charges as well. He pleaded not guilty in May. 5 months later, in June 2008, the third instalment of Carter, named Tha Carter III was released. With the track Lollipop, the album attained double platinum status.
Why is he famous?
Lil Wayne is famous as a rap singer whose discography includes albums like The Block is Hot and The Carter. His recent hit track Lollipop brought him a new wave of positive reviews from fans and critics alike.
Here is one of his famous quotes:
"I think I'm a better MC than anybody who's an MC. I don't think I'm a better MC than anybody who was an MC."
- Lil Wayne
General appearance:
- 5' 5'' (166 cm) height.
Lil dated Ciara Harris and amongst other famous relationships was Solange Knowles-Smith.
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Name: ffs
02/2010 15
who are you all talking to?
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Name: lyssa
03/2009 30
this man is the best not only did he prove that he is the best rapper and best lyricalist and preformer he also is gonna make a HUUUUGE statement in the rock and roll world! Lil wayne i respect u sooo much i love your music and your style. your an amazing preformer. i loved your concert in pennsylvania. and if u every come back i would love to meet you not only cuz your really cool but also cuz you inspire me. KEEP ROCKIN WEEZY =] <3
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Name: jenna
02/2009 11
Hey you are hot and I am like the biggest fan of yours. I love you! I love all your songs!
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Name: joe baidoo
09/2008 23
this is Joe from Ghana.Fat JOe and Sean Kingstone came to perfom in my country some time back, so weezy when would u be coming here too.?? i cant wait to see u in person, oh i shall be overwhelmed for u are my dream role model in the Hip Hop music industry, all the guys here in Ghana Loves u so much bcoz jUNIOR IS THE BEST.!!
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Name: alisha
07/2008 08
LIL WAYNE i loveeee u i wanna meet u and i love ur songs and especialyy u i loveee u soo much more than ma life plss cum to malaysia tooo .... and plss gime ur email address personally this is ma email id disney_alisha@Qhotmail.com plssss add me... luv u soo much