One of the illest emcees around with a flow that ages like fine wine, it's The Lady of Rage!
From Hip Hop Wiki:
Robin Yvette Allen (born 6 February 1968), better known by her stage name The Lady of Rage, is an American rapper and actress from Farmville, Virginia. She is best known for her collaborations with several Los Angeles-based Death Row Records artists in the early 1990s, including Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg on the seminal hip hop albums The Chronic and Doggystyle. She had a hit single in 1994 with the song "Afro Puffs" from the soundtrack of Above the Rim... Allen left Death Row in 1998 to pursue an acting career and has appeared in the sitcoms Kenan & Kel and The Steve Harvey Show, as well as in the film Next Friday.
About this Series
Black History Month isn't just about celebrating the most famous names – it's about honoring the full tapestry of Black excellence. In that spirit, this 'Lesser Celebrated' series spotlights brilliant artists whose impact on hip hop culture deserves deeper recognition. These aren't 'lesser-known' talents – they're vital innovators whose contributions helped shape the culture we know today, even if they haven't always received their proper celebration.
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