Schoolboy Q
Rapper and 'Oxymoron' album creator
Born
October 26th, 1986
38 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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Born in Germany and raised in Los Angeles, a prominent figure in the hip-hop genre. Debuted with the album 'Setbacks' in 2011, displaying a distinct style and lyrical depth. His second studio album, 'Habits & Contradictions,' released in 2012, further solidified his reputation in the rap scene. The release of 'Oxymoron' in 2014 marked a major career milestone, reaching number one on the Billboard 200 chart. Collaborated with various artists and contributed significantly to the Black Hippy collective alongside Kendrick Lamar, Ab-Soul, and Jay Rock. Known for a unique blend of storytelling and gritty realism in lyrics.
Released the album 'Oxymoron' which reached number one on the Billboard 200
Member of the Black Hippy collective
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