Spoonie Gee, born Gabriel Jackson in Harlem, New York, is a pioneering figure in hip-hop, often hailed as "the original gangsta rapper." As a founding member of The Treacherous Three alongside Kool Moe Dee and L.A. Sunshine, he helped shape the genre's early sound. Their 1980 track "New Rap Language" introduced a faster rapping style, influencing future artists. Spoonie Gee's solo work, including "Love Rap" and "Spoonin' Rap," showcased his storytelling prowess and laid the groundwork for themes later prevalent in gangsta rap. His collaborations, such as "Monster Jam" with The Sequence, further cemented his legacy in hip-hop history. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spoonie_Gee?utm_source=openai))