Uncle Murda

About

Born Leonard Grant and widely known as Uncle Murda or U.M., this New York rapper released a 2006 album titled Say Uncle. His numerous hip-hop singles include "Run the City," "Murdera," and "Bullet Bullet."

Before Fame

Early in his career, he released a mixtape titled Respect the Shooter and was signed to the Roc-A-Fella Records label.

Trivia

In early 2008, he suffered a non-fatal gunshot to the head, but did not file charges against his shooter.

Family Life

He was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York.

Associated With

He collaborated with the multi-Grammy-winning rapper Jay Z on the 2007 single "Brooklyn."