Rick Ross, whose real name is William Leonard Roberts II, is an American rapper, songwriter, entrepreneur, and record executive. Born on January 28, 1976, in Clarksdale, Mississippi, Ross grew up in Carol City, Florida. He gained recognition in the mid-2000s with his distinctive deep voice, luxurious lifestyle imagery, and vivid storytelling in his lyrics.
Ross released his debut album, “Port of Miami,” in 2006, which featured hit singles like “Hustlin'” and “Push It.” The album received critical acclaim and established Ross as a major player in the rap scene. Since then, he has released several successful albums, including “Trilla” (2008), “Deeper Than Rap” (2009), “Teflon Don” (2010), “God Forgives, I Don’t” (2012), “Mastermind” (2014), “Rather You Than Me” (2017), and “Port of Miami 2” (2019).
Throughout his career, Rick Ross has collaborated with numerous artists and has been featured on many hit songs. He is known for his association with fellow artists from his record label, Maybach Music Group (MMG), including Meek Mill, Wale, and others.
Aside from music, Rick Ross has ventured into various business endeavors, including owning several Wingstop franchises, launching his own line of beard grooming products, and more. He’s also known for his larger-than-life personality and his presence in pop culture beyond the music industry.
