Short Biography
Beanie Sigel was born on 06-03-1974 in Philadelphia in the state of Pennsylvania, United States. He is an American Rapper, Musician, Recording Artist & Film Actor.
Beanie Sigel Complete Bio & Career
Philadelphian rapper Beanie Sigel had a rapidly rising career, beginning with his appearance on one of underground rapper/producer DJ Clue?'s mixtapes, to his cameos on Jay-Z's Vol. 2: Hard Knock Life, to a consequent solo deal with Roc-a-Fella Records. His actual name is Dwight Equan Grant.
His distinctive, slightly drawling delivery and his clever but hard-hitting rhymes were showcased on his debut album, 2000's The Truth, which featured contributions from Jay-Z, Memphis Bleek, Eve, and Scarface, and production by the Ruff Ryders' Swizz Beatz and Suave House's Tony Draper.
Besides acting and rapping, Sigel launched his State Property line of clothing by announcing his gear would have hidden pockets and gun holsters.
Legal problems plagued the rapper in 2003 when he was arrested on federal weapon and drug charges stemming from a police chase where Sigel allegedly tossed a loaded handgun. He was arrested again in September the same year on attempted murder charges for allegedly shooting a man in the stomach.
In his career of over two decades, he has collaborated with well-known artists like Eve, Jay-Z, DJ Clue, N.O.R.E., Tha Dogg Pound, Memphis Bleek, Raekwon, The Lox, G-Unit, Ghostface Killah, The Roots, Kanye West and Scarface.