Styles P

As a solo artist and member of The Lox, rapper Styles P was a cornerstone of NYC hip-hop in the late ’90s and early ’00s. • The Yonkers MC formed The Lox in 1994 with childhood pals Jadakiss and Sheek Louch. • After signing to Bad Boy Records in 1995, The Lox appeared on hit singles like Diddy’s “It's All About the Benjamins” and Mariah Carey's “Honey" remix. • In 2002, Styles P released his solo debut, A Gangster and a Gentleman, via Ruff Ryders Entertainment. The album peaked at No. 6 on the Billboard 200. • The rapper is best known for his 2002 solo breakout single "Good Times,” which reached No. 22 on the Billboard Hot 100. • He became a published author with the release of his 2010 crime novel Invincible. • In 2011, Styles P and fellow Lox member Jadakiss launched the juice bar Juices For Life, which has multiple locations across New York City.