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Willy Northpole
Birth name William Kenneth Adams
Also known as Willy Northpole
Born (1980-02-22) February 22, 1980 (age 45)
Origin Phoenix, Arizona, U.S.
Genres Hip hop
Occupation(s)
  • Rapper
  • songwriter
  • actor
Years active 2007–present
Labels
  • Disturbing tha Peace
  • Def Jam
  • Alpha Howse
Associated acts

William Kenneth Adams (born on February 22, 1980), known professionally as Willy Northpole, is an American rapper. He is from Phoenix, Arizona. He became well-known after signing with Disturbing Tha Peace Records. His first album, Tha Connect, was released in June 2009.

About Willy Northpole

Early Life and Beginnings

Willy Northpole was born William Adams in Phoenix, Arizona, on February 22, 1980. He grew up in Phoenix.

Starting His Music Journey

Willy Northpole began his music career by connecting with people in the music industry. He reconnected with Tiffany J., a friend from his childhood. Tiffany J. later became a producer and artist manager.

In 2007, Willy Northpole signed with Disturbing Tha Peace and Def Jam. These are big record labels. He was the only rap artist from the western United States to sign with them at that time. He was also the only rapper from Phoenix to get a major record deal. In 2012, Willy Northpole left Disturbing Tha Peace.

Willy has worked with many talented rappers and music producers. Some of these include Ez Elpee, Shondrae of Bangladesh Productions, Trak Starz, Heatmakerz, Reefa, and Nitti.

New Music and Collaborations

Willy Northpole continues to make new music. In October 2023, he took part in a "cypher" with Whitney Peyton and Bag of Tricks Cat. A cypher is when rappers take turns freestyling or performing their verses. This cypher was called “The Goosebumps Cypher.” During his performance, Willy Northpole announced that he had officially signed with Whitney Peyton’s record label, Alpha Howse.

Willy Northpole's Music

Singles

Willy Northpole has released several single songs, which are individual tracks.

  • Body Marked Up
  • Hood Dreamer
  • 1 Side Chick

Albums

Willy Northpole has released studio albums. An album is a collection of songs.

Year Title Chart positions
U.S. R&B U.S. Rap U.S. 200
2009 Tha Connect
  • Release date: June 23, 2009
  • Label: Disturbing Tha Peace/Def Jam
47 21 -
2024 Broadway Theatre
  • Release date: August 16, 2024
  • Label: Alpha Howse
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