LL COOL J, the legendary hip-hop artist, recently celebrated his career at the MTV Video Music Awards, where he performed some of his most iconic tracks. Still a hero in his Queens neighborhood, LL COOL J reflects on his beginnings in his childhood basement, where he wrote classic songs like “Rock The Bells” and “I Need Love.”
Raised by his grandparents after a traumatic childhood, LL COOL J found solace in music, which eventually led to a record deal with Def Jam Recordings in the early 80s. His hits like “Going Back to Cali” and “Mama Said Knock You Out” solidified his status as a major hip-hop star. LL COOL J also pioneered the hip-hop love song genre with “I Need Love” in 1987.
Despite his successful career in film and television, LL COOL J recently returned to his first love of music with the release of his album “The Force.” At 56, he still finds joy in creating hip-hop music and wants to inspire future generations of artists.
Reflecting on his legacy, LL COOL J believes that continuously pursuing what you love is essential for success. As he continues to make an impact on the culture with his music, he hopes to inspire others to follow their passion as well.
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