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KRS-One

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Release
1
Year
1987
Plays
43

Releases

Biography

Lawrence Parker (born August 20, 1965 in The Bronx, NY, United States), better known by his stage name KRS-One, is an American MC and producer. His name is an acronym for "Knowledge Reigns Supreme Over Nearly Everyone."

Originally a graffiti artist, he designed the logo for B-Boy Records who released his first recordings with group Boogie Down Productions. Over his career, he has been known by pseudonyms including "Kris Parker," "The Blastmaster," "The Teacha," and "The Philosopher."

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