Wyclef Jean
Wyclef Jean is a Haitian-American rapper, singer, songwriter, and producer known for his work with the Fugees and his solo career.
Lauryn Hill: Lauryn Hill is an American singer, rapper, songwriter, and actor who rose to prominence with the Fugees. Her writing and vocals helped define the Fugees alongside Jean.
Fugees: The Fugees are an American hip-hop trio comprising Wyclef Jean, Lauryn Hill, and Pras Michel. The group brought Jean broad recognition through its music and performances.
Haiti: Haiti is a Caribbean country occupying the western part of the island of Hispaniola. Jean's Haitian heritage is a recurring source of musical and lyrical material.
Yéle Haiti: Yéle Haiti was a charitable organization founded by Wyclef Jean to support communities in Haiti. Jean founded it to direct resources toward education, health, and disaster relief.
Pras Michel: Pras Michel is an American rapper and producer, best known as a member of the Fugees. He formed the group's third core member with Jean and Hill.
The Score: The Score is the Fugees' 1996 album, featuring “Killing Me Softly” and “Ready or Not.” This widely successful album became the defining release of Jean's group career.
Little Haiti, Miami: Little Haiti is a neighborhood in Miami, Florida, with a large Haitian-American community. Jean was born in Haiti and spent part of his childhood in this Haitian-American community.
2010 Haiti earthquake: The 2010 Haiti earthquake was a catastrophic magnitude 7.0 earthquake that struck near Port-au-Prince on January 12. Jean's aid work and presidential ambitions drew renewed attention after the disaster.
Jerry Duplessis: Jerry Duplessis is an American record producer and musician who has collaborated extensively with Wyclef Jean. Their production partnership shaped recordings by the Fugees and Jean.
The Carnival: The Carnival is Wyclef Jean's 1997 debut solo album, blending hip-hop with Caribbean and other musical styles. It launched his solo career and foregrounded his Haitian musical influences.