Dr. Dre (Andre Young)

Dr. Dre, born Andre Young, is a highly influential American music producer, rapper, and entrepreneur known for shaping hip-hop and rap. He gained fame as a founding member of the pioneering rap group N.W.A., which brought street stories to mainstream audiences. Dre is also celebrated for his production skills, shaping the sound of artists like Snoop Dogg, Eminem, and Kendrick Lamar. Beyond music, he founded the Beats by Dre headphone brand, which became a major success before being acquired by Apple. His innovative production and mentoring have cemented his legacy as a key figure in modern music.