His career began in 1995, at the age of 12, when he was signed by rapper Birdman, joining Cash Money Records as the youngest member of the label. He is regarded by many contemporaries as one of the most influential hip hop artists of his generation, and often cited as one of the greatest rappers of all time. (born September 27, 1982), known professionally as Lil Wayne, is an American rapper, record executive, and entrepreneur.
