Rick Ross
William Leonard Roberts II
Rick Ross is an American rapper from Miami, Florida active since 2006.
- Profession
- Rapper, Songwriter, Record executive
- From
- Miami, Florida
- Born
- January 28, 1976
- Years active
- 2006–present
Early life
Born in Clarksdale, Mississippi, and raised in the Carol City area of Miami Gardens, William Roberts adopted a larger-than-life persona inspired by the nickname "Rick Ross."
Career
His 2006 debut "Port of Miami" topped the charts, and he founded Maybach Music Group, signing acts like Meek Mill and Wale while delivering luxurious, cinematic albums such as "Teflon Don."
Major achievements
He has multiple number-one albums and is regarded as one of the defining voices of luxury-minded Southern rap.
Legacy
Rick Ross built an empire around opulent storytelling, becoming a leading mogul of Miami hip-hop.
References
Frequently asked questions about Rick Ross
- What is Rick Ross known for?
- Rick Ross is an American rapper from Miami, Florida active since 2006. Rick Ross is recognized as a rapper, songwriter, and record executive.
- Where is Rick Ross from?
- Rick Ross is from Miami, Florida.
- When was Rick Ross born?
- Rick Ross was born on January 28, 1976, in Miami, Florida.
- What kind of music does Rick Ross make?
- Rick Ross's music spans Hip-hop, Trap, and Southern hip-hop.
- Is Rick Ross still active?
- Yes — Rick Ross has been active since 2006 and continues to work today.
- What record labels has Rick Ross been associated with?
- Rick Ross has been associated with Maybach Music Group, Def Jam, and Slip-n-Slide.
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