The D.O.C.
Tracy Lynn Curry
The D.O.C. is an American rapper from Dallas, Texas active since 1988.
- Profession
- Rapper, Songwriter
- From
- Dallas, Texas
- Born
- June 10, 1968
- Years active
- 1988–present
Early life
A Dallas native, Tracy Curry moved to Los Angeles and became a key ghostwriter for N.W.A and Eazy-E before his solo debut.
Career
His acclaimed 1989 album "No One Can Do It Better" was cut short by a car accident that damaged his voice, but he continued writing for Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg.
Major achievements
He co-wrote landmark records of the N.W.A and Death Row eras as one of the West Coast's premier pens.
Legacy
The D.O.C. was a foundational, behind-the-scenes architect of West Coast hip-hop's greatest era.
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