Jean Grae

Rapper and producer with critical acclaim

Jean Grae - Rapper and producer with critical acclaim
Born

November 27th, 1976
48 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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This South African-American artist began a career in music at a young age, releasing critically acclaimed albums and mixtapes. Debuting in the late 1990s, strong lyricism and a distinct style emerged. Collaborations with various artists and contributions to the underground hip-hop scene highlighted significant talents. The artist gained recognition for projects such as 'The Bootleg of the Bootleg EP' and albums like 'This Week' and 'Jeanius'. Emphasis on storytelling and intricate wordplay contributed to a devoted following.

Released acclaimed album 'Jeanius'

Contributed to the underground hip-hop scene

Collaborated with various prominent artists

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