2Pac, also known as Tupac Shakur, was an American rapper, actor, and activist who became one of the most influential and iconic figures in hip-hop history. Here are some key points about his life and legacy:
Birth Name: Tupac Amaru ShakurBorn: June 16, 1971, in East Harlem, New York CityParents: Afeni Shakur and Billy Garland, both of whom were active members of the Black Panther Party.
Debut Album: 2Pacalypse Now (1991)Breakthrough Album: Strictly 4 My N.I.G.G.A.Z… (1993)Notable Albums:
Me Against the World (1995)All Eyez on Me (1996)The Don Killuminati: The 7 Day Theory (1996, released posthumously under the alias Makaveli)
“California Love”
“Changes”
“Dear Mama”
“Hit ‘Em Up”
“Hail Mary”
Starred in several films including Juice (1992), Poetic Justice (1993), Above the Rim (1994), and Gridlock’d (1997).
Known for his raw and poetic lyrics that addressed contemporary social issues, racial inequality, and personal struggles.
Credited with elevating the status of West Coast hip-hop and contributing to the genre’s mainstream success.
Continues to be a subject of fascination and respect in the music industry and popular culture.
Date: September 13, 1996Cause: Tupac was fatally shot in a drive-by shooting in Las Vegas, Nevada, on September 7, 1996, and died six days later.His murder remains officially unsolved, though it has been the subject of extensive speculation and numerous conspiracy theories.
Tupac’s work has continued to be released posthumously, with several albums, compilations, and unreleased tracks made available by his estate.
2Pac’s influence extends beyond music; he has inspired generations of artists and remains a symbol of resistance and the struggle for social justice.
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