Lady Sovereign
English rapper with UK garage influences
Born
December 19th, 1985
39 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United Kingdom
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A prominent figure in the UK garage and grime scene, contributions included a unique blend of hip hop and electronic music styles. Released debut album, 'Public Warning,' which garnered critical acclaim and commercial success. Collaborated with various artists and increased visibility for British rap on international platforms.
Released debut album 'Public Warning'
Achieved chart success with singles like '9 To 5'
Performed at major festivals including Glastonbury
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