Macklemore

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American rapper, songwriter, and activist known for his socially conscious lyrics and genre-blending music.Macklemore rose to global fame with producer Ryan Lewis via their album 'The Heist' (2012). Hits like 'Thrift Shop' and 'Can't Hold Us' topped charts worldwide, earning four Grammy Awards in 2014. His work addresses addiction, LGBTQ+ rights, and consumerism.
  • Publicly battled drug and alcohol addiction, entering rehab twice (2008 and 2011), which heavily influenced his album 'The Heist'.
  • Stirred controversy by beating Kendrick Lamar for Best Rap Album at the 2014 Grammys; later texted Lamar an apology calling the win 'weird'.
  • Advocated for LGBTQ+ rights with 'Same Love' (2012), performing it at the Grammys with a mass wedding ceremony officiated by Queen Latifah.
  • Founded the Bogey Boys golf apparel brand in 2020, merging his passion for fashion and entrepreneurship.