Hollywood icon Busta Rhymes honors with a celebratory event
Busta Rhymes, the highly influential American rapper, born Trevor George Smith Jr., has added another feather to his cap with the recent honours bestowed upon him.
A Rewarding Career
The rapper, known for his rapid-fire delivery, energetic style, and dynamic music videos, started his career in the early 1990s as part of the hip-hop group Leaders of the New School. His solo debut album, The Coming (1996), was a critical and commercial success, featuring hits like “Woo Hah!! Got You All in Check.”
Over the years, Busta Rhymes has released several successful albums, including When Disaster Strikes (1997), Extinction Level Event: The Final World Front (1998), Anarchy (2000), and Genesis (2001). Known for chart-topping singles such as “Put Your Hands Where My Eyes Could See,” “Dangerous,” “Break Ya Neck,” “Pass the Courvoisier, Part II,” and “I Know What You Want” with Mariah Carey, Busta Rhymes has made a significant impact on the music industry.
Collaborations and Achievements
Working with numerous top artists across various genres, Busta Rhymes has collaborated with A Tribe Called Quest, Missy Elliott, Dr. Dre, Eminem, Christina Aguilera, and Nicki Minaj. His unique voice, rapid flow, animated delivery, and creative music videos, often pushing the boundaries of hip-hop visuals, have earned him a place among the greatest and most influential rappers.
Busta Rhymes has received several Grammy Award nominations, including Best Rap Album and Best Rap Solo Performance. He has also been nominated and won at key music award shows such as the BET Awards and MTV Video Music Awards. His albums have been certified gold or platinum by the RIAA, and he has sold over 20 million albums in his career.
Recent Honours
In November 2022, Busta Rhymes was honoured with the Global Icon award at the MTV Europe Music Awards. This recognition came just before his star was unveiled on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, marking the 2.818th star on the iconic sidewalk for a rapper. The ceremony was attended by guests including rappers Chuck D, LL Cool J, and Big Daddy Kane.
Busta Rhymes thanked his mother, whom he called his "greatest superhero," during his acceptance speech. Born in New York in 1972 as a child of Jamaican immigrants, Busta Rhymes has come a long way from his humble beginnings. Despite his father's initial opposition to his music career, Busta Rhymes persevered and has become a respected figure in hip-hop, praised for his lyrical skill, creativity, and ability to evolve with changing musical landscapes.
As Busta Rhymes released his tenth studio album, "Blockbusta," in 2023, fans eagerly await his next move. With his unique style, innovative music, and enduring presence in the hip-hop industry, there's no doubt that Busta Rhymes will continue to make waves for years to come.
Celebrities such as Chuck D, LL Cool J, and Big Daddy Kane attended the unveiling of Busta Rhymes' star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, an honor bestowed upon the influential American rapper. His music, which includes chart-topping singles and critically acclaimed albums, has earned him recognition in the entertainment industry.
