Make it clap, because hip-hop star Busta Rhymes is set to be honored in a major way this week.
The hip-hop star will receive the 2,818th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
“The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce will be adding Busta Rhymes, one of Hip-Hop’s most enduring and electrifying voices, as a new member of Hollywood’s iconic sidewalk,” explained Ana Martinez, producer of the Hollywood Walk of Fame. ”His talent and influence are undeniable. His star on the Walk of Fame will stand as a testament to his lasting impact on hip-hop music and how important it is to the American culture.”
Known for hits like “Put Your Hands Where My Eyes Could See,” “Break Ya Neck” and “Touch It,” the Brooklyn native burst onto the scene in 1996 with his debut album “The Coming.” Since then, he has sold more than 20 million albums worldwide, earned 12 GRAMMY nominations, and has seven Top 10 debuts on the Billboard 200.
He even holds the Guinness World Record for most words in a hit single for his song “Break Ya Neck.”
Busta, whose real name is Trevor George Smith Jr., also has a passion for giving back. He serves as a Global Citizens Ambassador, a St. Jude Children’s Hospital Ambassador, and the first-ever MusiCares Hip-Hop Ambassador for their “Humans of Hip Hop” initiative.
The ceremony will take place on Aug. 1 in the 6200 block of Hollywood Boulevard in front of East Town.
Chris Rock, LL Cool J and Chuck D are expected to speak at the ceremony.
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