Del the Funky Homosapien
Teren Delvon Jones
Del the Funky Homosapien is an American rapper from Oakland, California active since 1989.
- Profession
- Rapper, Producer, Songwriter
- From
- Oakland, California
- Born
- August 12, 1972
- Years active
- 1989–present
Early life
An Oakland native and cousin of Ice Cube, Teren Jones founded the Hieroglyphics collective and pursued a quirky, inventive style.
Career
His albums and the gorillaz-featured hit "Clint Eastwood," plus the concept album "Deltron 3030," made him an alternative-rap cult figure.
Major achievements
He earned global recognition through Gorillaz and acclaim as an inventive independent artist.
Legacy
Del the Funky Homosapien is a pillar of Bay Area independent and alternative hip-hop.
References
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