Outkast burst upon the national scene with their joyous, giddy, and insanely infections single "Hey Ya!" in 2003. Yet Outkast's duo of Andre 3000 and Big Boi had been recording their unique and inimitable brand of hip-hop, spiced with tantalizing dashes of funk, soul, rock, pop, jazz, blues, and electronic music since 1992. In fact, the album from which "Hey Ya!" was drawn was Outkast's fifth full-length record. The video for the song, as well as...

"Describes the life and accomplishments of mogul Jay Z"--

"Lizzo started singing and rapping with musical groups in her hometowns of Houston and Minneapolis. With her fun lyrics, danceable beats, and positive message, she's become one of the biggest solo musicians in the world"--

"Chance the Rapper is one of the most famous figures in the world of hip-hop today, and his desire to help people-especially young people-has helped him become a role model for many. His early life, career achievements, and the many ways he makes a difference today are explored through fun and fact-filled main text and a graphic organizer that encourage young people to look for their own ways to help in their communities. Full-color photographs, eye-catching...

Aubrey Drake Graham, better known as Drake, was famous for playing Jimmy Brooks on the television show Degrassi: The Next Generation before becoming a big rap star. His songs and albums have won many honors, including Grammy Awards and topping the Billboard Hot 100 lists. Growing up with a single mother who struggled to pay the bills, Drake is now worth millions of dollars and donates to charitable causes. Through simple text, revealing direct quotations,...

Drake began his career as an actor, but his fame skyrocketed when he focused his talents on music. The multiple award-winning singer, songwriter, and rapper is one of the biggest names in hip-hop and R&B today. Young readers will learn about Drake's career and life through highly accessible text accompanied by a variety of nonfiction text features, including dynamic full-color photographs, fact boxes, and direct quotes from Drake himself.

"Describes the birth, childhood, and career of many hip-hop icons"--Provided by publisher.

Tells the story of Mary J. Blige, the rap musician.