Craig Mack, born September 3, 1970, in The Bronx, New York, and raised in Brentwood, Long Island, emerged as a foundational figure in the East Coast hip-hop scene of the early 1990s. He gained widespread recognition and acclaim with his breakthrough single "Flava In Ya Ear" in 1994, which became a defining anthem of the era, showcasing Mack's distinctive raspy voice and effortless flow. The song's remix, an even bigger success, featured notable appearances by The Notorious B.I.G., LL Cool J, Busta Rhymes, and Rampage, marking one of the high points of 90s hip-hop collaboration.

Craig Mack's debut album, "Project: Funk Da World," released later in 1994, solidified his position in the hip-hop world, with its innovative blend of funk, jazz, and reggae influences underpinning Mack's lyrical dexterity. Despite the shadow cast by his Bad Boy label-mate, Notorious B.I.G.’s simultaneous rise to fame, Mack's album achieved considerable success. His follow-up project, "Operation: Get Down," released in 1997, though not replicating the commercial success of his debut, still showcased his talent and evolution as an artist. Craig Mack's early departure from the music scene, followed by his conversion to Christianity, left fans yearning for more. His occasional releases in the years that followed, such as "The Mack World Sessions," kept the flame of his legacy alive. Craig Mack passed away on March 12, 2018, leaving behind a legacy marked by his groundbreaking contributions to the sound and style of hip-hop music.

Genres

Gangster Rap

Hardcore Hip Hop

Hip Hop

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Latest Release

What I Need Remix

Craig Mack

Single - Released May 5, 2019