Trivia

Once competed in academic decathlons.

He was raised in the west end of Chicago.

He has a passion for skateboarding, which he discusses in his song "Kick Push". This was the first single from his debut album, 'Food & Liquor'.

His album "Food & Liquor" had been in the works for approximately five years. The project had grown and changed over time.

Lupe had been signed to Epic Records along with his group, "Da Pak", but later signed a solo deal with Arista Records.

His father was an African drummer, and his mother was a gourmet chef who often traveled the world.

Has four brothers and five sisters. Lupe is the youngest.

In 2008 his song "Superstar" (featuring Matthew Santos) became a top ten hit in the United States.

He released his sophomore album 'Lupe Fiasco's The Cool' on December 18th (US). (December 2007)

Released the first single, "Superstar", from his upcoming second album, 'The Cool'. (September 2007)

Released first album, 'Food & Liquor'. (September 2006)

Working on his sophomore album, tentatively titled 'The Cool', which is scheduled for release in summer of '07. (January 2007)

He began to rap when he was in the eighth grade, but pursued it fully when he turned 17.

He is highly influenced by 'Crucial Conflict' and Nas, among others.

He says hip-hop artist Nas' sophomore album, "It Was Written", was his primary source for inspiration.

Growing up, he had the nickname "Lu", the last part of his first name.

He named himself after the song, "Firm Fiasco", by the hip-hop super-group, The Firm.