Early Life and Background Matthew Peter DeLuca, commonly known as Lil Mabu, was born in Manhattan on April 4, 2005. He was raised in a five-bedroom, five-bath, 3,327-square-foot condo by a wealthy family. Lil Mabu chose drill rap, a raw, gritty music, despite his affluence. An unusual twist to Lil…

Early Life and Family Background Rita Mae Ruffin was born in Mississippi in 1934. She was from the Ruffin family, known for Motown’s deep music. Rita Mae was raised in Southern African American culture by Eli and Earline Ruffin. Mississippi was the birthplace of blues and gospel, which impacted the…

Early Life and Background Jemaine Atea Mahana Clement was born in Masterton, Wellington, on January 10, 1974. Born the oldest of three brothers, his appreciation for his Māori heritage has greatly shaped his art and personality. Clement was raised by his Māori mother, who instilled in him the values and…