El-P, born Jaime Meline, is a groundbreaking rapper, producer, and visionary figure in underground hip-hop. Emerging from Brooklyn in the 1990s, he co-founded the influential group Company Flow and later established the acclaimed label Def Jux, shaping the sound of alternative rap. Known for his dense lyricism, innovative production, and futuristic edge, El-P gained wider recognition as half of the duo Run the Jewels alongside Killer Mike. His work blends raw intensity with sharp social commentary, securing his status as one of hip-hop’s most inventive and enduring voices.