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What does Lil mean in rap?
Its abbreviated form usually suggests humor, affection, or cuteness. It may also imply that a character is rural or Southern. In hip-hip, a lot of rappers choose to name themselves “Li'l ____” for a number of reasons. Some, like Lil Wayne and Lil' Kim, use lil to allude to their short stature.
Where did Lil come from?
The word lil, a shortening of little, first appeared in the 1800s. "It's in the form of a child's nursery rhyme — lil boy bear, lil gal bear," ABC language researcher (and rap fan) Tiger Webb said. "Some of those, honestly, you could transpose to hip hop names right now."
Why is everyone named Lil?
Rappers ended up using this simple nickname often and it's been shortened to "Lil" because that's how it sounds phonetically in many accents/dialects especially in the black communities, or what some call "ebonics".
Which lil was first?
The first recorded rapper name featuring the coveted 'lil' is said to be Lil Rodney Cee of Funky 4+1 who first took to the hip-hop scene in 1979.
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Lil Wayne
American rapper
Dwayne Michael Carter Jr., known professionally as Lil Wayne, is an American rapper. He is regarded as one of the most influential hip hop artists of his generation, and is often mentioned among the greatest rappers of all time. Wikipedia
Born: September 27, 1982 (age 41 years), New Orleans, LA
Spouse: Toya Johnson (m. 2004–2006)
Full name: Dwayne Michael Carter, Jr.
Children: Reginae Carter
Height: 5′ 5″
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