Kurtis Blow

Musician

Kurtis Blow is an American rapper, singer, and producer, widely regarded as one of hip-hop's founding fathers. He was the first commercially successful rapper and the first to sign with a major record label, Mercury Records. His 1980 hit 'The Breaks' was the first certified gold rap song, cementing his place in music history. Beyond his own music, Blow has worked as a producer and continues to influence the genre through his work as a minister and advocate for hip-hop culture.

Aug 09, 1959 - Present American 15 Quotes

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