Remy Ma

American rapper and songwriters

Remy Ma - American rapper and songwriters
Born

May 30th, 1981
44 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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Active in the music industry since the early 2000s, this rapper gained prominence with the release of the Grammy-nominated single "Lean Back" as part of the group Terror Squad. Known for her distinctive voice and sharp lyrics, she became a key figure in the hip-hop scene. Her debut album, "There's Something About Remy: Based on a True Story," received critical acclaim and commercial success. After a period of incarceration, she made a comeback with her sophomore album and further collaborations, solidifying her status as a significant artist in rap music.

Released the hit single "Lean Back"

Debut album "There's Something About Remy"

Won a Grammy Award for Best Rap Performance

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