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KRS-One, born Lawrence Parker on August 20, 1965, in The Bronx, NY, is an American MC and producer. His stage name stands for "Knowledge Reigns Supreme Over Nearly Everyone." Initially a graffiti artist, he designed the logo for his first recordings with a group. Throughout his career, KRS-One has been known by various pseudonyms, including "Kris Parker," "The Blastmaster," "The Teacha," and "The Philosopher." He received the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2008 BET Awards for his contributions to the Stop the Violence Movement and his role as a pioneer of Hip-Hop music and culture. He is married.
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