Lil Wayne
Real Name: Dwayne Michael Carter, Jr.
Nickname: Weezy F. Baby, Tunechi, Young Tune, Birdman Jr.
Hometown: New Orleans, Louisiana
Label: Young Money
5 Most Popular Lil Wayne Articles
Sarcastic Sounds Interview: Lil Wayne’s “Mahogany”
We speak with Sarcastic Sounds, the producer behind Lil Wayne’s “Mahogany” from his 13th studio album, ‘Funeral.’
What It Means to Claim You’re the “Greatest Rapper Alive”
Among the metrics with which we differentiate MCs, this one claim may be the most telling. At the very least, it’s worth talking about. Here’s why.
Lil Wayne 'Funeral' Album Review
‘Funeral’ is Lil Wayne, the mixtape rapper, puncturing original beats with consistent one-liners in a stream-of-conscious style that occasionally burns out.
2009 Was a Magical Time in Hip-Hop
“Maybe I was naïve, but in 2009, it felt like artist growth was purely organic and fan-driven.”
A Brief History of Rappers Releasing 2 Albums in 1 Year
Is it a good idea to release two albums in one calendar year?
20 Years Later: Lil Wayne’s ‘Tha Block Is Hot’
We break down Lil Wayne’s ‘Tha Block Is Hot,’ 20 years on.
How Hip-Hop Helped Me Quit Weed & Get Sober
One writer breaks down how hip-hop helped him get sober.
Cool & Dre Break Down the Best Stories Behind Their 5 Biggest Songs: Interview
From Ghostface Killah to Lil Wayne, Cool & Dre’s Beat Break is full of insight and memories.
Engineer Andrew Dawson Takes Us Inside the Studio with Kanye West, Childish Gambino & More
After hearing what Andrew Dawson did to each album he mixed, you might develop a newfound appreciation for some of your favorite records.
How Does Hip-Hop Process Heartbreak?
Donna and Yoh discuss what heartbreak sounds like in hip-hop.
The Elasticity of Young Thug's Slime
Until further notice, Slime Season is still in full effect.
What's Up With All Those Baby Photos on Rap Album Covers?
The baby photo is a reminder that innocence can never truly die.
Would You Want to Meet Your Rap Heroes?
Donna and Yoh discuss if they would want to meet their rap heroes.
Awarding the Greatest Rap Crew Title Belt
With all four members of Black Hippy operating at their absolute apex, the Rap Crew title belt is theirs to lose.
15 Best Guest Rapper Hot Streaks of the 21st Century, Ranked
There’s nothing in hip-hop more exciting than witnessing a rapper have the juice.
5 Most Prolific Rap Artists In 2018: By The Numbers
Who was the most prolific rap artist in 2018? The numbers speak for themselves.
What Does a Co-Sign Mean in 2019?
Donna and Yoh discuss the weight and value of a co-sign in 2019.
How Lil Wayne Ended Up on Juvenile's "Back That Azz Up"
"Wayne, immediately was just like, 'Shit, I'm getting a piece of this."
25 Greatest Chipmunk Soul Beats Ranked, Part 2
The best sped-up, high-pitched vocals built around soul samples from outside Roc-A-Fella's heyday.
15 Rappers as TV Shows: An Absurdly Detailed Investigation
It's time for some wild but perfect comparisons.
