Fabolous
American rapper with notable albums
Born
November 18th, 1977
47 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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Originated in Brooklyn, a prominent figure in East Coast hip-hop. Rose to fame in the early 2000s with a mix of storytelling and punchlines. Released several successful albums, including 'Ghetto Fabolous' and 'Street Dreams', which featured popular tracks that topped charts. Collaborated with various artists and produced a series of mixtapes, maintaining a significant presence in the rap scene.
Released the album 'Ghetto Fabolous'
Had hit singles including 'Can't Deny It' and 'Into You'
Won a BET Award for Best Hip Hop Video
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