LL COOL J

American musician and actor

LL COOL J is an American rapper and actor. He released the albums Radio in 1985 and Mama Said Knock You Out in 1990. The title track from Mama Said Knock You Out won him the Grammy Award for Best Rap Solo Performance in 1992. He has released other albums and popular singles such as Murdergram Deux, Doin' It, and Headsprung. LL COOL J has also appeared in the film Last Holiday, the series Behind the Music, and the series NCIS: Los Angeles.

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LL COOL J on Apple Music

Albums

Mr. Smith (Deluxe Edition)

1995
THE FORCE

2024

Singles & EPs

Before Hip Hop (Premix) - Single

2025
Pop A Bottle - Single

2025

LL COOL J on Apple TV

Movies & TV Shows

NCIS: New York Drama · 2026
Charlie's Angels Action · 2000
NCIS: Los Angeles Drama · 2023

LL COOL J on Apple Podcasts

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About

FROM: Bay Shore, NY, United States
BORN: January 14, 1968
GENRE: Hip Hop/Rap