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
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