KRS-One

Lawrence Parker (born August 20, 1965), better known by his stage name KRS-One, is an American MC and producer. Over his career, he has been known by several pseudonyms including "Kris Parker", "The Blastmaster", "The Teacha", and "The Philosopher". At the 2008 BET Awards, KRS-One was the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award for all his work and effort towards the Stop the Violence Movement as well as the overall pioneering of hip-hop musi... more

Date of birth:

  • Aug 20, 1965 (age 44 years)

Place Musical Career Began:

Also known as:

  • KRS1,
  • KRS 1,
  • Krs One,
  • Lawrence Parker,
  • KRS-1
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