Tupac Shakur

Tupac Shakur
Author/Photo: Albert Watson, Source Paramount Pictures, 2003, Creative Commons.

Born Jun. 16, 1971 in Harlem 

Died 1996

One of the most influential rappers in history for producing music highlighting social injustice, inequality and difficult urban life.  

Helped popularize gangsta rap and was also a critically acclaimed actor.

His album Me Against the World reached the top of the charts and All Eyez on Me produced the hit singles, “California Love” and “How Do You Want It?”

Produced 11 platinum albums (including 7 after his passing).