2Pac, born Tupac Amaru Shakur on June 16, 1971, in East Harlem, New York City, was an iconic figure in the world of hip hop and a cultural icon of his time. He had a tumultuous life filled with both immense success and personal struggles. Rising to fame in the early 1990s, 2Pac became known for his raw and powerful lyrics that reflected the realities of urban life, social inequality, and racial injustice. His albums, including "Me Against the World" and "All Eyez on Me," achieved tremendous commercial success and solidified his status as one of the greatest rappers of all time. However, his life was tragically cut short when he was fatally shot in a drive-by shooting in Las Vegas on September 7, 1996, at the age of 25. Despite his untimely death, 2Pac's impact on the music industry and his cultural influence continue to resonate to this day. His music and activism inspired a generation and his legacy as an artist and social advocate remains indelible.
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