Ll Cool J (1969–)
LL Cool J is the stage name of rapper James Todd Smith. The name stands for "Ladies Love Cool James," a reference to the music superstar's good looks and charming personality. LL Cool J rode those attributes, and his flair for rhyming, to the top of the charts in the 1980s. He became one of rap and hip-hop (see entry under 1980s—Music in volume 5) music's biggest crossover success stories.
Born in Queens, New York, in 1969, LL Cool J was easily recognized by his Kangol hat, gold chains, and Adidas sweats. He began rapping as a teenager.....
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