Oscar Jackson Jr.
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About
American rapper, record producer, and activist, best known by the stage name "Paris," widely renowned for his politically inspired and socially conscious lyricism. He is the founder of his own label, Scarface Records, as well as Guerrilla Funk Recordings. His music often touches on themes of racial injustice, police brutality, politics, and revolutionary movements.
Before Fame
He obtained a bachelor's degree in economics from the UC Davis before committing to a career in the music industry fulltime. He established Scarface Records in 1989 and subsequently dropped his debut single, "Scarface Grove."
Trivia
His 1990 debut album, "The Devil Made Me Do It," included a video that was initially banned by MTV. His music has been featured in films and television shows such as Young Rock, Blindspotting, Day Shift, and Poker Face.
Family Life
His real name is Oscar Jackson, Jr.
Associated With
He has collaborated with artists such as MC Ren and Public Enemy.
