1996

2Pac or Tupac Amaru Shakur was born Lesane Parish Crooks on June 16, 1971, in East Harlem, New York City, remains an indelible figure in the pantheon of American hip-hop and a cultural icon who transcended his genre to impact broader society. Known primarily by his stage names, 2Pac and Makaveli, Shakur’s influence reverberates through the music industry, academia, and social movements dedicated to addressing racial and social injustices. His work as a rapper, poet, and actor, as well as his legacy as a vocal advocate for Black empowerment and political consciousness, cemented him as one of the most significant…
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