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Yoon Mi Rae, also known professionally as Tasha, is a highly influential South Korean rapper, singer, and songwriter, revered as the "Queen of Korean Hip-Hop".Born Natasha Shanta Reid in Fort Hood, Texas, USA, to a Korean mother and an African-American father, Yoon Mi Rae debuted in the hip-hop group Uptown in 1997. She later formed the groundbreaking group Tashannie with Annie Lee. Her solo career took off in the early 2000s under the name T (Tasha), releasing critically acclaimed albums like 'Time to Tashanize' (2002) and 'Gemini' (2006). She faced industry challenges due to her mixed heritage but persevered, achieving massive mainstream success, particularly after rebranding as Yoon Mi Rae. Her powerful vocals and rap skills made her a sought-after collaborator and a dominant force on shows like 'Unpretty Rapstar 3'. She is married to rapper Tiger JK and is a key member of the influential crew MFBTY (My Fans Better Than Yours).

• Faced significant racial prejudice and industry discrimination in South Korea early in her career due to her mixed-race background, impacting her initial opportunities despite her talent.
• Took a hiatus from music around 2007-2008 due to severe depression and personal struggles, contemplating quitting the industry entirely.
• Achieved a major career resurgence and wider public recognition after winning the competition show 'Unpretty Rapstar 3' in 2016, reintroducing her as Yoon Mi Rae to a new generation.