Lil' Flip
Rapper and songwriter with 'Sunshine'
An American rapper and songwriter rose to prominence in the early 2000s. Released the album 'The Leprechaun' in 2000, which included hits like 'Game Over (Flip)' that topped charts. Promoted a distinctive style characterized by a blend of Southern hip-hop and lyrical storytelling. Collaborated with various artists and produced multiple mixtapes, contributing to the rap scene's evolution during that era.
Released the hit single 'Game Over (Flip)'
Produced the album 'The Leprechaun'
Contributed to the Southern hip-hop genre
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