Lil Skies

American rapper with 'I' featuring Landon Cube

Lil Skies - American rapper with 'I' featuring Landon Cube
Born

August 4th, 1998
26 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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Born in 1998, this American rapper gained prominence with the release of the track 'I' featuring Landon Cube. The artist became recognized in the hip-hop genre for his melodic style and engaging lyrics. The debut project 'Life of a Dark Rose' achieved commercial success, further establishing the artist's presence in the music industry. Collaborations with various artists and continuous evolution in sound contributed to a growing fan base. This rapper's contributions to contemporary hip-hop reflect a mixture of personal experience and artistic flair.

Released 'I' featuring Landon Cube

Debuted 'Life of a Dark Rose'

Achieved significant streaming success

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