Lil' Kim
American rapper and producer
Born
July 11th, 1975
50 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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An influential figure in hip-hop, this artist gained prominence in the late 1990s. The debut album, 'Hard Core,' released in 1996, showcased a bold lyrical style and included hits like 'Crush on You.' Collaborations with artists such as Notorious B.I.G., from whom she gained significant visibility, played a major role in her career. The artist's sophomore album, 'The Notorious K.I.M.,' debuted at number four on the Billboard 200 and solidified her status in the music industry. The artist has also won a Grammy Award for Best Pop Collaboration with Vocals for the 2001 track 'Lady Marmalade.'
Released the album 'Hard Core' in 1996
Won a Grammy Award for 'Lady Marmalade'
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