Talib Kweli

Talib Kweli Greene (/tæˈlɪb kwɑːˈl/; born October 3, 1975) is an American rapper. He earned recognition through his collaboration with fellow Brooklyn rapper Mos Def in 1997, when they formed the group Black Star. Kweli's musical career continued with solo success including collaborations with producers and rappers Kanye West, Just Blaze, and Pharrell Williams. In 2011, Kweli founded his own record label, Javotti Media.

Talib Kweli
Kweli performing in 2012
Background information
Birth nameTalib Kweli Greene
Born (1975-10-03) October 3, 1975
Brooklyn, New York, U.S.
Alma materNew York University (BA)
GenresHip hop
Occupation(s)
  • Rapper
  • songwriter
  • entrepreneur
  • activist
Years active1997–present
Labels
Member of
Formerly ofStrong Arm Steady
Websitetalibkweli.com
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