Rapper, producer and songwriter known for the hits "North Philly," "Been Through It All" and "Do It For the Homies." He was part of the rap group State Property before becoming a solo artist.

Before Fame

He wrote music for Kanye West while he was part of the group State Property.

Trivia

He was wrongfully arrested in 2000 when a witness claimed that he fatally shot someone in a road altercation. The witness later recanted the statement.

Family Life

He was born Kenneth Johnson. He grew up in West Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Associated With

He used to work with Jay Z on some of his production hits.