LL COOL J, born James Todd Smith in 1968 in the United States, is an American hip-hop artist, songwriter, producer, and actor. His stage name stands for "Ladies Love Cool James." He gained fame with his debut albums, "Radio" and "Bigger and Deffer". Despite a dip in popularity in the late 1980s due to the rise of groups like Public Enemy and N.W.A, he made a triumphant comeback with his fourth album, "Mama Said Knock You Out", solidifying his status as a hip-hop icon. Over his career, he has released 13 studio albums, contributing significantly to the evolution of hip-hop and R&B.

• Genres: R&B, Иностранный рэп и хип-хоп, Рэп и хип-хоп
• Country: USA
• Language: English