WC

Early Life

William LaShawn Calhoun Jr., known professionally as WC, was born on February 3, 1970, in Houston, Texas, and later moved to South Los Angeles. He grew up in a musical environment, being the older brother of DJ Crazy Toones, which likely influenced his passion for music.

Music Career

WC began his career in 1987 as part of the group Low Profile, alongside DJ Aladdin. They released their debut album, "We're in This Together," in 1989. Following this, he formed WC and the Maad Circle, which included notable artists like Coolio and DJ Crazy Toones. Their first album, "Ain't a Damn Thang Changed," was released in 1991, followed by "Curb Servin'" in 1995.

Transitioning to a solo career, WC released his debut album, "The Shadiest One," in 1998, which made a significant impact by landing in the pop Top 20. His subsequent albums, including "Ghetto Heisman" (2002) and "Guilty by Affiliation" (2007), featured collaborations with prominent artists such as Ice Cube and Snoop Dogg. In 2011, he released his fourth solo album, "Revenge of the Barracuda."

In 1996, WC formed the rap supergroup Westside Connection with Ice Cube and Mack 10. Their debut album, "Bow Down," was a commercial success, reaching number 2 on the Billboard 200 and achieving Platinum status. The group continued to make waves with their second album, "Terrorist Threats," released in 2003.

Personal Life

Beyond music, WC has also contributed to the entertainment industry as a dialect coach for actor Damson Idris on the FX show "Snowfall." His deep roots in the West Coast hip-hop scene and his collaborations with various artists have solidified his legacy in the genre.