Cam'ron
Rapper and actor; member of Dipset
Originated in Harlem, started rapping in the late 1990s. Released debut album, 'Confessions of Fire,' in 1998. Gained prominence with the 2002 album 'Come Home with Me,' which featured hits like 'Wet Wipes' and 'Oh Boy.' Established the Diplomats (Dipset) alongside fellow rappers. Expanded into acting, appearing in films such as 'Paid in Full.'
Released the album 'Come Home with Me'
Co-founded the hip hop collective Dipset
Appeared in the film 'Paid in Full'
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