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Language
English
Description
More than a quarter of a century after his tragic death in 1996, this first-and-only Estate-authorized biography tells the powerful story of the one of the greatest and most controversial artists of all time whose unapologetic lyrics continue to inspire his fans around the world.
2) Will
Author
Language
English
Description
Will Smith's transformation from a West Philadelphia kid to one of the biggest rap stars of his era, and then one of the biggest movie stars in Hollywood history, is an epic tale-- but it's only half the story. His whole family was at the pinnacle of the entertainment world-- only they felt more like star performers in his circus, a seven-days-a-week job they had not signed up for. Here he shares his journey of self-knowledge, telling how he mastered...
4) Decoded
Author
Pub. Date
2010.
Language
English
Formats
Description
At its core, Decoded is an eloquent and candid memoir detailing the story of a man who was born in a Brooklyn housing project, spent his teen years dealing drugs on the streets of Trenton, New Jersey, and grew up to be one of his generation?s most successful artists and businessmen. But Decoded is much more than a memoir: it is an intensely personal homage to hip-hop, as written by a man who so clearly adores the art form; it is a rare glimpse of...
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Kanye West is undoubtedly one of pop culture's most divisive and fascinating characters. Alongside his multimillion selling albums, Kanye has also launched record labels and clothing lines and in the process, become one of the most respected, creative and influential artists in music today.The most in-depth look at West's life and career to date, "--Novelist.
6) Will Smith
Author
Publisher
Lerner Publications Company
Pub. Date
[2007]
Physical Desc
112 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Author
Publisher
Grand Central Pub
Pub. Date
2011.
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
xxvii, 275 pages ; 24 cm
Language
English
Description
Actor, singer, songwriter Gibson writes about his personal experiences paired with reflective questions based on his extremely popular blog piece, "The Love Circle."
17) Will Smith
Author
Publisher
Children's Press
Pub. Date
[2000]
Physical Desc
48 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
Discusses the personal life and career of the rap musician and actor, Will Smith.
Author
Publisher
A Plume Book
Pub. Date
[2016]
Physical Desc
159 pages ; 23 cm
Language
English
Description
The rap superstar details the circumstances that led to his year-long incarceration at Rikers Island and his experiences during his imprisonment, sharing insights into his daily rituals, interactions with other inmates, and efforts to stay positive.
19) The way I am
Author
Publisher
Dutton
Pub. Date
2008.
Physical Desc
201 pages, 6 unnumbered pages : illustrations (some color), portraits (some color) ; 26 cm + 1 DVD (4 3/4 in.)
Language
English
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