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Tupac Shakur, also known as 2Pac and Makaveli, was an American rapper and actor who rose to fame in the 1990s. Born Lesane Parish Crooks in Brooklyn, New York on June 16, 1971, Tupac was the son of two Black Panther activists. He was raised in the East Harlem area of Manhattan and attended the Baltimore School of the Arts.
Tupac’s career began in 1991 when he released his debut album, 2Pacalypse Now. The album was a critical success and featured the hit single “Brenda’s Got a Baby.” Tupac’s second album, Strictly 4 My N.I.G.G.A.Z., was released in 1993 and featured the hit single “Keep Ya Head Up.” The album was certified platinum and was nominated for a Grammy Award.
Tupac’s third album, Me Against the World, was released in 1995 and featured the hit single “Dear Mama.” The album was certified quadruple platinum and was nominated for a Grammy Award. It was also the first album by a solo hip-hop artist to reach number one on the Billboard 200 chart.
Tupac’s fourth album, All Eyez on Me, was released in 1996 and featured the hit singles “California Love” and “How Do U Want It.” The album was certified diamond and was nominated for a Grammy Award. It was also the first double album by a solo hip-hop artist to reach number one on the Billboard 200 chart.
Tupac’s fifth and final album, The Don Killuminati: The 7 Day Theory, was released in 1996 under the pseudonym Makaveli. The album featured the hit single “Hail Mary” and was certified platinum.
Tupac’s career was cut short when he was fatally shot in Las Vegas, Nevada on September 13, 1996. Despite his untimely death, Tupac’s legacy lives on. His music continues to be popular and has been sampled by many artists, including Jay-Z, Eminem, and Kanye West. His influence on hip-hop culture is undeniable and his influence on the music industry is still felt today.
Tupac’s popularity reached its peak in the mid-1990s. His albums sold millions of copies and his singles topped the charts. He was one of the most recognizable figures in hip-hop and his influence on the genre was undeniable. His music was socially conscious and his lyrics addressed topics such as racism, poverty, and police brutality. He was also a talented actor, appearing in films such as Juice, Poetic Justice, and Gridlock’d.
Tupac’s legacy is still felt today. His music continues to be popular and his influence on hip-hop culture is undeniable. He was a talented artist who was able to bridge the gap between the East Coast and West Coast hip-hop scenes. His music and lyrics continue to inspire and influence artists around the world. He will always be remembered as one of the greatest rappers of all time.
