J. Prince
James Prince
J. Prince is an American music executive from Houston, Texas active since 1986.
- Profession
- Record executive, Entrepreneur
- From
- Houston, Texas
- Born
- October 31, 1965
- Years active
- 1986–present
Early life
A Houston native, James Prince founded Rap-A-Lot Records to give voice to the city's street narratives.
Career
He built the Geto Boys and Scarface into Southern rap legends and became a respected industry power broker and mentor, including to Drake's camp.
Major achievements
He helped pioneer Southern hip-hop as an industry and is regarded as one of its foundational executives.
Legacy
J. Prince laid the commercial foundation for Houston and Southern rap.
References
Frequently asked questions about J. Prince
- What is J. Prince known for?
- J. Prince is an American music executive from Houston, Texas active since 1986. J. Prince is recognized as a record executive and entrepreneur.
- Where is J. Prince from?
- J. Prince is from Houston, Texas.
- When was J. Prince born?
- J. Prince was born on October 31, 1965, in Houston, Texas.
- What kind of music does J. Prince make?
- J. Prince's music spans Hip-hop and Southern hip-hop.
- Is J. Prince still active?
- Yes — J. Prince has been active since 1986 and continues to work today.
- What record labels has J. Prince been associated with?
- J. Prince has been associated with Rap-A-Lot.
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