Artist artifact
Rick Ross
William Leonard Roberts II, known professionally as Rick Ross, is an American rapper and music executive. An influential figure in modern hip hop music, Rick Ross has become known for his "booming" vocal performance, "larger than life" persona, and vivid lyrical imagery.
Biography
William Leonard Roberts II, known professionally as Rick Ross, is an American rapper and music executive. An influential figure in modern hip hop music, Rick Ross has become known for his "booming" vocal performance, "larger than life" persona, and vivid lyrical imagery.
Influence
His lyrics form the hardships of street life and black market economic activity into a rags to riches narrative, often describing affluence, wealth, and luxury.
Historical context
William Leonard Roberts II, known professionally as Rick Ross, is an American rapper and music executive. An influential figure in modern hip hop music, Rick Ross has become known for his "booming" vocal performance, "larger than life" persona, and vivid lyrical imagery. His lyrics form the hardships of street life and black market economic activity into a rags to riches narrative, often describing affluence, wealth, and luxury. American rapper and music executive (born 1976).
Associated instruments
- Vocals
- Production
Specimen note
American rapper and music executive (born 1976).