Slick Rick
Slick Rick is a boom-bap artist from The Bronx, New York.
London-born, Bronx-raised storyteller with the eye patch and British accent, behind "Children's Story" and "La Di Da Di".
Who is Slick Rick?
Slick Rick (Ricky Walters) is a rapper who was born in London and moved to the Bronx, New York, as a child. He is recognizable by his eye patch, jewelry and British accent.
Known for
"La Di Da Di" and "The Show" (1985) with Doug E. Fresh, and his debut The Great Adventures of Slick Rick (1988) on Def Jam, with "Children's Story" and "Mona Lisa".
Style
A smooth, laid-back voice with a British lilt, telling vivid, funny and sometimes dark stories. He plays every character himself.
Impact
Slick Rick is the master storyteller of hip-hop, and one of the most sampled and quoted rappers ever, from Snoop Dogg to Nas and Beyoncé.
Slick Rick: quick answers
What genre is Slick Rick?
Slick Rick’s music falls under Boom-Bap. Slick Rick is part of East Coast hip-hop, with the most important work in the 1980s.
Where is Slick Rick from?
Slick Rick is from The Bronx, New York (born in London).
What is Slick Rick’s real name?
Slick Rick’s real name is Ricky Walters.
When did Slick Rick start?
Slick Rick has been active since 1984.
Who did Slick Rick influence?
Slick Rick influenced Snoop Dogg.
Which artists are similar to Slick Rick?
If you like Slick Rick, listen to Big Daddy Kane, Notorious B.I.G. and Rakim.
