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On this day, the legendary ATL rapper Clifford Joseph Harris, known as T.I. or T.I.P Harris was born. Coming straight out of Atlanta, Georgia, T.I. left a mark on the music industry and still continues to succeed in business and comedy to this day.

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T.I. emerged in rap in the early 2000s with his debut album, “
I’m Serious.” However, it was his second album, “
Trap Muzik,” that really blew him up. Known for his unique Southern style and playa’ lyrics, he became a problem in the rap scene. Tracks like “
Rubber Band Man” and “
Bring Em Out” solidified his status as a hard-hitting southern rap heavyweight.
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Later, T.I. took things further beyond the music. He’s seen a ton of success as an actor, entrepreneur, and now a new comic in the scene. He’s played roles in films like “
ATL“, “
Takers“, “
Cut Throat City“, “
Ride Along 2“, “
Get Hard“, “
Identity Theif” & “
Ant-Man“. He has investments and businesses within the clothing, restaurant, and entertainment industries.

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As he celebrates another year of life, let’s honor T.I. for his incredible contributions to the world of hip-hop and his commitment to making a positive impact on the culture. Happy Birthday T.I.P Harris!