Rappers born on June 17

Take a focused look at the rappers born on June 17. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1987 Kendrick Lamar

  Kendrick Lamar is an American rapper, songwriter, and record producer, widely regarded as one of the most influential hip-hop artists of his generation. Known for his dense lyricism and socially conscious themes, Lamar has received critical acclaim and numerous awards for his innovations within the genre. [bio]