J Prince
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About
Prominent Houston, Texas rap figure who is known for being the CEO of Rap-A-Lot Records. He founded the label in 1986, and has garnered the reputation of being a stiff promoter of Houston rap and hip-hop. He's made his mark by trying to bring up-and-coming and underground artists into the rap scene.
Before Fame
The first prominent album he produced via Rap-A-Lot Records was Raheem's The Vigilante in 1988.
Trivia
He served as the first boxing manager for Floyd Mayweather, Jr. In February 2015, he released the diss track "Courtesy Call" against a litany of rappers he felt guilty of wrongdoing, including Lil Wayne and Diddy. Over the years, he has not been shy about voicing his displeasures with people in the entertainment industry, in particular trying to organize a rap show to protest the 2022 Grammy Awards.
Family Life
His son J. Prince Jr. is largely credited with having discovered the rapping talents of Drake.
Associated With
He has collaborated with rapper Scarface, who has been a Rap-A-Lot records signee.
