Lawrence "Kris" Parker (born August 20, 1965), better known by his stage names KRS-One (/ ˌ k eɪ ɑːr ɛ s ˈ w ʌ n /; an abbreviation of "Knowledge Reigns Supreme Over Nearly Everyone" [1]) and Teacha, is an American rapper from The Bronx.

Mar 22, 2025 · KRS-One—Kris Parker—rolled out of the Bronx in the mid-’80s like a freight train, his voice a booming roar that shook Hip Hop’s core. Born August 20, 1965, he’s no mere MC; he’s a pillar, a philosopher, a live-wire preacher who’s carried the culture’s torch from street corners to lecture halls.His latest, Temple Of Hip Hop Global Awareness, dropped in 2025 with a …

Return of the Boom BapBuy/Listen - https://LegacyRecordings.lnk.to/krs_rotbb!sotpAbout the album:KRS-One's first official solo album, Return of the Boom Bap,...

The legendary MC from the South Bronx, New York, Lawrence “KRS-One” Parker has been steadily rapping since 1985. His name stands for “Knowledge Reigns Supreme Over Nearly Everyone”. KRS came to...

Appearing on the rap scene in 1986 as Boogie Down Productions releasing his first hit single “South Bronx” with his late DJ Scott La Rock, KRS “the one” made it clear that Hip Hop was ...

KRS-One is best known for his top hits, "Sound of da Police", "Love's Gonna Get'cha (Material Love)", and "My Philosophy", among others. Boogie Down Productions received numerous awards and critical acclaim in their early years.

Sep 13, 2024 · Beyond his lyrical prowess, KRS-One stands out as an electrifying live performer, a formidable freestyle and battle rapper, and a powerful presence in the Hip Hop community. His influence is so profound that if Hip Hop were a political system, KRS-One would be its leader.

KRS-One remains a zealous community organizer, philosopher and philanthropist. Whether sounding off political anthems in support of Mumia Abu Jamal and Nelson Mandela or shedding a different light on the September 11th attacks, KRS-One has never backed down to …

Dive into the world of KRS-ONE, 'The Teacha,' and explore his influential role in shaping hip-hop as a culture and a way of life. From his breakout track 'South Bronx' to his advocacy for hip-hop's global recognition, discover the journey of a true hip-hop luminary.

At the height of his career, 1987-1990 KRS-One held a defined reputation for his furiously politically-driven consciousness. Dubbed ‘The Teacher’ because of the strong political overtones in his lyrics, KRS thought himself to be Hip Hop’s self-educated Malcolm X figure.