Widely regarded as the founding father of gangsta rap, Ice Cube is one of the top A-list hip hop artists in the music industry. A controversial but versatile artist in the world of hip hop music, Ice Cube has created a cultural phenomenon over the years. He is one of the iconic stars of 21st century hip hop music, whose hard-hitting gangsta rap songs are believed to be a reflection of the political scenario of his time. His songs often revolve around violent themes. Some of his bestselling albums include AmeriKKKa's Most Wanted, Kill at Will, Death Certificate, War & Peace Vol. 1, War & Peace Volume 2, Lethal Injection, and I Am the West. Ice Cube developed a passion for rap from his high school days, and began writing rap songs. He quickly became one of the bestselling artists, whose albums have topped the music charts. Cube is one of the most established and influential artists in the American hip hop scene. He is also one of the most promising actors in Hollywood.