The rapper on his diamond pinky ring, his love for his mother and staying up all night
Born in Brooklyn, Busta Rhymes, 48 formed the 90s hip-hop group Leaders Of The New School. In 1996, he released his debut solo album, The Coming, which went platinum. He has 11 Grammy nominations and his hit singles include Don’t Cha with the Pussycat Dolls. His latest album is Extinction Level Event 2: The Wrath Of God. He lives in New York and has six children.
When were you happiest?
When I was young and carefree, before I realised what the obstacles were that we face as black people. I was raised in a beautiful home with incredible parents. They allowed me to enjoy what it was to be a child.
