T.I.

T.I., born on September 25, 1980, in Atlanta, Georgia, is a rapper, actor, entrepreneur, and producer widely recognized as one of the pioneers of the "trap music" subgenre. His debut album I'm Serious (2001) didn't gain much traction, but his breakout came with his 2003 album Trap Muzik, which solidified his place in the rap game. Known for hits like "Rubber Band Man," "What You Know," and "Whatever You Like," T.I. has won several Grammy Awards and established himself as a major figure in hip-hop. His acting credits include films like ATL (2006) and Ant-Man (2015), and he's ventured into reality TV with T.I. & Tiny: The Family Hustle. In addition to his musical and acting careers, T.I. is an entrepreneur, running his own label, Grand Hustle Records, and investing in various business ventures. Throughout his career, he has balanced both his street credibility and mainstream appeal, with a catalog that includes 11 studio albums, several of which have gone multi-platinum.