Lil' Kim
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Early Life and Background
Lil’ Kim, born Kimberly Denise Jones on July 11, 1974, in Brooklyn, New York, is an American rapper, songwriter, and record producer. She was discovered by fellow rapper The Notorious B.I.G., who played a pivotal role in launching her music career.
Quick Facts
- Height
- 4' 11"
- Profession
- American rapper
- Children
- Royal Reign
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- Date of Birth
- July 11, 1974
- Nationality
- American
- Net Worth
- $18 million (2017)
- Birth Place
- Bedford-Stuyvesant, New York City, NY
- Real name
- Kimberly Denise Jones
- Net Worth 2020
- 500 thousand
- Net Worth 2021
- 500 thousand
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Rise to Fame and Musical Success
Lil’ Kim gained prominence in the mid-1990s with her bold style and lyrical prowess. Her debut album, Hard Core, released in 1996, was met with commercial and critical success. The album was certified double platinum by the RIAA and has sold over six million copies worldwide. It helped solidify her place as one of the leading female voices in hip-hop.
Over the course of her career, Lil’ Kim has sold more than 30 million singles and 15 million albums globally. Known for her provocative fashion and unapologetic lyrics, she played a significant role in shaping the presence of women in hip-hop.
Legal Issues and Incarceration
On July 6, 2005, Lil’ Kim was sentenced to prison on charges including three counts of perjury and one count of conspiracy. These charges were related to a shooting that occurred outside the New York City radio station Hot 97 on February 26, 2001. She served a one-year sentence and was released in 2006.
