LL Cool J (born James Todd Smith III on
January 14,
1968 in
New York,
New York) is a legendary
American hip hop artist and actor. He is known for romantic ballads such as "
I Need Love" and "
Hey Lover" as well as pioneering hip-hop like "I Can't Live Without My Radio", "I'm Bad", "Boomin' System", "
Mama Said Knock You Out", and "
4, 3, 2, 1". He has also appeared in several films. LL Cool J is one of a few hip-hop stars of his era to sustain a successful recording career for more than two decades. He has released 12 albums and a greatest hits compilation so far, with his next album,
Exit 13, set to be released early 2008. The album will be the last for LL's record deal with
Def Jam Recordings, a deal which has lasted for over twenty two years, making it the longest single hip hop deal
to date. LL Cool J stands for "Ladies Love Cool James." He now resides in
Manhasset, NY with his wife and four children.
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