Master P
Percy Robert Miller
Master P is an American rapper from New Orleans, Louisiana active since 1989.
- Profession
- Rapper, Record executive, Entrepreneur
- Born
- April 29, 1970
- Years active
- 1989–present
Early life
Raised in the Calliope projects of New Orleans, Percy Miller used an inheritance to open a record store before founding No Limit Records.
Career
He built No Limit into a Southern hip-hop empire with a prolific release schedule and the hit "Make 'Em Say Uhh!," pioneering independent ownership and merchandising.
Major achievements
His business model made him one of the wealthiest figures in late-1990s hip-hop and a pioneer of artist independence.
Legacy
Master P proved Southern artists could build self-owned empires outside the major-label system.
References
Frequently asked questions about Master P
- What is Master P known for?
- Master P is an American rapper from New Orleans, Louisiana active since 1989. Master P is recognized as a rapper, record executive, and entrepreneur.
- Where is Master P from?
- Master P is from New Orleans, Louisiana.
- When was Master P born?
- Master P was born on April 29, 1970, in New Orleans, Louisiana.
- What kind of music does Master P make?
- Master P's music spans Hip-hop, Southern hip-hop, and Gangsta rap.
- Is Master P still active?
- Yes — Master P has been active since 1989 and continues to work today.
- What record labels has Master P been associated with?
- Master P has been associated with No Limit.
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