Spliff Star | |
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 Spliff Star performing at Columbia Halle in Berlin, Germany in 2007 | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | William A. Lewis |
| Also known as | Mr. Lewis |
| Born | April 18, 1971 Brooklyn, New York City, U.S. |
| Genres | Hip hop |
| Occupations | |
| Years active | 1992—present |
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William A. Lewis (born April 18, 1971), professionally known as Spliff Star, is an American rapper and record producer from Flatbush, Brooklyn, New York.[1] He's best known for his work with Busta Rhymes.[1][2][3][4] Both Vibe and Complex listed Spliff Star as one of the best hype men in hip hop.[5][6]
He is a former member of the Flipmode Squad. He co-founded his own label, PaperRock Records in 2007, and released his first solo effort in 2008. He has 3 children. Elijah, Leilani, and Brooklyn.
- ^ a b Cirisano, Tatiana (13 September 2016). "Almost Famous: Why The Hype Man Matters to Hip-Hop". Pigeons and Planes.
- ^ "Flipmode Squad biography". MTV. Archived from the original on July 19, 2015.
- ^ "Spliff Star Takes Center Stage on Flipmode Album". MTV. 3 August 2000. Archived from the original on November 18, 2016. Retrieved 21 November 2016.
- ^ Starbury, Allen (26 November 2007). "Spliff Star Not Leaving Flipmode, Pledges Allegiance To Busta Rhymes". BallerStatus. Retrieved 21 November 2016.[permanent dead link]
- ^ "5 Hype Men Who Deserve More Credit in Hip-Hop". Vibe. 29 March 2012.
- ^ "The 10 Greatest Sidekicks in Rap History". Complex Magazine. 5 August 2014.