B-Real
B-Real is a gangsta rap artist from South Gate, California.
The high, nasal voice of Cypress Hill and one of hip-hop's best-known cannabis advocates.
Who is B-Real?
B-Real (Louis Freese) is a rapper from South Gate, Los Angeles, and co-founder and lead voice of Cypress Hill.
Known for
Cypress Hill's hits, from "How I Could Just Kill a Man" (1991) to "Insane in the Brain" (1993). He released solo work such as Smoke N Mirrors (2009) and was part of the supergroup Prophets of Rage with Chuck D and members of Rage Against the Machine.
Style
A high, nasal and instantly recognizable voice, with a laid-back but menacing flow. His lyrics are full of street life, humor and cannabis.
Impact
B-Real helped put Latino rappers on the map and made Cypress Hill a bridge between hip-hop and rock fans. He is also one of the most visible voices for cannabis legalization.
B-Real: quick answers
What genre is B-Real?
B-Real’s music falls under Gangsta Rap. B-Real is part of West Coast hip-hop, with the most important work in the 1990s and 2000s.
Where is B-Real from?
B-Real is from South Gate, California.
What is B-Real’s real name?
B-Real’s real name is Louis Freese.
When did B-Real start?
B-Real has been active since 1988.
Which group is B-Real part of?
B-Real is a member of Cypress Hill.
Which artists are similar to B-Real?
If you like B-Real, listen to Ice Cube, Snoop Dogg and The Game.
