T.I.

T.I., born Clifford Harris in Atlanta, Georgia, emerged as a leading Southern hip-hop artist in the early 2000s. His 2006 album "King" featured the hit single "What You Know" and solidified his position in mainstream rap. T.I. released multiple successful albums throughout the 2000s, blending trap music elements with commercial appeal and helping establish Atlanta as a dominant force in hip-hop.