Rick Ross, the Miami-based rap icon, rose to fame with his platinum hit ‘Hustlin” in 2006, establishing himself as a larger-than-life figure in the industry. His impressive discography includes hits like ‘The Boss’ and ‘Aston Martin Music.’ As the founder of Maybach Music, Ross has nurtured the careers of artists like Gunplay, Wale, and Meek Mill, while collaborating with DJ Khaled, Kanye West, and others in the music scene.
Born William Roberts in Clarksdale, Mississippi, Ross found his passion for rap in the mid-’90s, drawing inspiration from artists like the Notorious B.I.G. and Luther Campbell. His journey from the local scene to international stardom was marked by the success of albums like ‘Port of Miami’ and ‘God Forgives, I Don’t.’ Ross’ influence extended into the next decade with hits like ‘B.M.F.’ and ‘Aston Martin Music,’ solidifying his status as a rap heavyweight.