LL Cool J has predicted that the public perception of his impact on hip-hop will shift in the future, and that music fans will realise his greatness. The New York-born rapper and actor ...

appealing to diverse emotional experiences and paving the way for future artists who wished to broaden their lyrical themes. LL Cool J’s influence extends far beyond traditional rap boundaries.

Speaking on a podcast, the rapper thinks people will agree with that sentiment over time. LL Cool J, the self-proclaimed G.O.A.T. of hip-hop, has stated that he is “the most important rapper tha ...

Editor’s note: The following article is an op-ed, and the views expressed are the author’s own. Read more opinions on theGrio. LL Cool J, the multi-hyphenate entertainer who in 2024 released ...

“I think that one day people are going to wake up and realize LL Cool J is the most important rapper that ever existed,” he said, referring to himself by the stage name that stands for “Ladies Love ...