Biography
Who is MC Ren?
Early life and real name
MC Ren was born Lorenzo Jerald Patterson in Compton, California. He grew up in the area around Kelly Park with his parents, two brothers, and a sister. His father initially worked for the government before opening a local barber shop.
During his youth, he attended Manuel Dominguez High School. While studying there, he met his future musical collaborator, DJ Train, and began writing songs with a childhood friend named MC Chip. He graduated from high school in 1987.
Rise with N.W.A
MC Ren signed as a solo artist to Eazy-E's Ruthless Records in early 1987. After writing nearly half of the lyrics for Eazy-Duz-It, he officially joined the group N.W.A by the summer of 1988.
He contributed significantly to the classic album Straight Outta Compton and later wrote lyrics for the follow-up EP 100 Miles and Runnin' and the studio album Niggaz4Life. Decades later, he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of the group.
Solo career and albums
Following the breakup of N.W.A, MC Ren launched a successful solo career with Ruthless Records. His debut 6-track EP titled Kizz My Black Azz was released in the summer of 1992 and quickly achieved platinum status.
He followed this release with his full-length debut studio album titled Shock of the Hour in late 1993. The album debuted at the top of the R&B charts and explored various social and political themes.
Later projects and label owner
MC Ren eventually left Ruthless Records after releasing the album Ruthless for Life. He later established his own independent record label called Villain Entertainment.
Under his own label, he released his fourth studio album titled Renincarnated. He continued to work on music projects over the years, releasing additional EPs such as Osiris.
Birthday and age
MC Ren was born on June 14, 1969, which makes MC 57 years old today. That birthday falls under the Gemini sign. MC shares the date with 23 other famous people.
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