Lil Flip

If you are familiar with Houston's revered rap scene, you may know this artist's name. Lil' Flip's rise to fame began by impressing audiences with his freestyle and battle rapping skills. In 1999, he signed with Suckafree Records, launching his career as a recording artist. Over two decades later, Lil' Flip is still making music and remains relevant in the hip-hop community. He has a handful of popular singles under his belt, and his beef with T.I. remains a significant chapter in his legacy.

About Lil Flip

From a young age, Lil' Flip demonstrated an interest and innate talent in music. Born as Wesley Eric Weston Jr. in 1981 in Texas, he was raised by his mother and grandmother. Lil' Flip cites the late Tupac Shakur as one of his biggest musical influences, and at the age of six, he began writing his own raps.

It wasn't until the late 1990s that Lil' Flip experienced the breakthrough of his career as a rapper. He began recording songs, and his debut album, "The Leprechaun," was released in 2000. The album did relatively well for being an independent release, and it caught the attention of major record labels. That same year, Lil' Flip signed with Suckafree Records, launching his career as a professional recording artist.

His first album under a major label, "Undaground Legend," was released in 2002, and it was certified platinum. The album helped bring Lil' Flip's name to the forefront of the music industry. The album featured collaborations with notable artists such as Three 6 Mafia and Mannie Fresh.

His best-known singles include "Game Over" and "Sunshine." "Game Over" was released from his 2004 album "U Gotta Feel Me," and it went on to reach #15 on the Billboard Hot 100. "Sunshine" was another popular single, released in 2004, and it charted at #2 on the Billboard Hot Rap Songs chart.

In addition to his music career, Lil' Flip has made several television and film appearances. He also owned his record label and has written a book titled "Don't Let The Music Industry Fool You, I've been through the storms." During his career, he has also faced multiple legal issues, including weapons and drug charges.

One aspect of Lil' Flip's legacy is his infamous beef with fellow rapper T.I. The feud began after T.I. alluded to Lil' Flip's lack of street credibility during a radio interview. Lil' Flip responded by releasing a diss track aimed directly at T.I. The dispute went back and forth with various taunts and diss tracks released from both sides, but it ultimately ended in 2008 when Lil' Flip publicly declared peace with T.I.

Lil' Flip's music career has been consistent and distinct throughout his decades-long run. His dedicated fanbase appreciates his unique style, which often features witty wordplay and laidback beats. Lil' Flip's signature style allowed him to rise to the top of the rap game, and he remains well-respected by his peers and fans to this day.