Lil' Keke facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Lil' Keke
Background information
Birth name	Marcus Lakee Edwards
Born	(1976-03-29) March 29, 1976 (age 49)
Origin	Port Arthur, Texas, U.S.
Genres	Hip hop
Occupation(s)	Rapper songwriter
Years active	1993–present
Labels	Swishahouse Warner TF Universal Motown Screwed Up SoSouth Fontana
Associated acts	Screwed Up Click Big Hawk Big Pokey The Jacka Krazy Paul Wall Slim Thug

Marcus Lakee Edwards (born March 29, 1976), known as Lil' Keke, is an American rapper. He is a founding member of the Screwed Up Click, a famous hip hop group from the Southern United States.

About Lil' Keke's Music Journey

Starting His Career in Hip Hop

Lil' Keke began his music career in 1993. He became well-known for his song "Southside." This track was part of his 1997 album, Don't Mess Wit Texas.

In 2005, Lil' Keke joined Swishahouse Records. The president of the label, T. Farris, said that Lil' Keke was a "legend" in Houston. He played a big part in the style of rap music from that area. Lil' Keke also worked with DJ Screw early in his career, making special music mixes called mixtapes.

Giving Back to the Community

Lil' Keke also cares about his community. In 2016, he received an award from President Barack Obama. This award was for his efforts to help people in the Houston area.

Lil' Keke's Albums

Lil' Keke has released many studio albums throughout his career. Some of his well-known albums include:

• 1997: Don't Mess wit Texas
• 1998: The Commission
• 1999: It Was All A Dream
• 2001: Peepin' In My Window
• 2001: Platinum In Da Ghetto
• 2002: Birds Fly South
• 2003: Street Stories
• 2003: Changin' Lanes
• 2004: Currency
• 2005: Undaground All Stars: The Texas Line Up
• 2008: Loved by Few, Hated by Many
• 2012: Heart of a Hustla
• 2014: Money Don't Sleep
• 2016: Slfmade
• 2018: Slfmade 2
• 2020: Slfmade 3
• 2022: Lgnd
• 2023: 25 Summers
• 2024: Can't Rain Forever