Fabolous (born John Jackson on November 18, 1977 in Brooklyn, New York) is a rapper of African-American and Dominican descent from Brooklyn who became a mainstream star after his debut single "Can't Deny It" from 2001 (see 2001 in music). Since then, he has gained popularity in the rap game for his mellow flow, crossover sensibilities, intricate lyrics, and witty punchlines (traits that have often compared his style to Harlem rapper Ma$e). The first star to come from DJ Clue's Desert Storm record label, Fabolous collaborated with Nate Dogg, The Neptunes, Lil Mo, Timbaland, Ja Rule and others on Ghetto Fabolous. "Can't Deny It" and Ghetto Fabolous became crossover hits. The follow-up, Street Dreams, produced two top 10 pop hits in "Can't Let You Go" and "Into You". Fabolous's 3rd album, Real Talk, was released in 2004.
Fabolous has made guest appearances on tracks by many different artists including Jennifer Lopez, Don Omar, Christina Milian, Amerie, Mariah Carey, Bow Wow, lil Mo, Benzino & Tamia, B2K, P.Diddy, & Young Jeezy.
His latest release is the mixtape "Loso's Way". The lead-off single is "Smokin' and Sippin'" featuring Paul Cain and Magnificent produced by CHOPS.
