Dr. Dre

Description: (Rapper, Record Producer & Entrepreneur)

Andre Romelle Young popularly known as Dr Dre is truly a Godfather of the American hip hop industry. A rapper and producer by profession, Dre’s life story is filled with numerous milestones that have been instrumental in shaping the music industry’s current outlook. Christened Andre Romelle Young, Dre started his career as a member of an electro group, namely, World Class Wreckin Cru. Thereafter, he made his mark with the influential gangsta rap group, N.W.A., which gave him his first major success. He co-founded Death Row Records and later Aftermath Entertainment of which he is the current CEO. Dre’s natural musical talent helped him become a leading pioneer of rap music, his two solo albums, ‘The Chronic’ and ‘2001’ were super successful. He introduced to the world G-funk style of music that became an instant rage. Interestingly, Dre’s career isn’t limited to personal milestones only. In fact, he has been the driving force behind the success story of numerous rappers and hip hop artists whom he introduced to the music fraternity. These include: Snoop Dogg, Eminem and 50 Cent. Undoubtedly, he can be credited as the most influential producer of the hip-hop history.

Overview

Birthday February 18, 1965 (Aquarius)
Born In United States
Alternative names Andre Romelle Young
Height 185 cm
City Compton, California
Spouse/Ex- Nicole Threatt ​(m. 1996-2020), Nicole Threatt ​ (m. 1996-2020)
Parents Theodore Young
Verna Young
Children Andre Young Jr., Curtis, Marcel Young, Truly Young, Truth Young
Relatives Jerome Crayon, Shameka Crayon, Tyree Crayon, Warren G
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