WC
William Loshawn Calhoun Jr.
WC is an American rapper from Houston, Texas active since 1989.
- Profession
- Rapper, Songwriter
- From
- Houston, Texas
- Born
- October 19, 1970
- Years active
- 1989–present
Early life
Born in Houston and raised in Los Angeles, William Calhoun led WC and the Maad Circle before joining Westside Connection.
Career
A respected lyricist, he charted solo hits like "The Streets" and helped define the Westside Connection sound with Ice Cube and Mack 10.
Major achievements
He earned a respected catalog across solo and group work in West Coast hip-hop.
Legacy
WC is a durable West Coast lyricist and a pillar of the Westside Connection legacy.
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