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Lil Wayne has given us numerous eras since making his debut, so it is laborious to not get nostalgic about his iconic 2000s and early 2010s run. The New Orleans rapper made historical past with Sizzling Boys days alongside Juvenile, B.G. and Turk, noticed much more success with the primary few Tha Carter albums, and have become a lot extra with the launch of Younger Cash Entertaiment, TRUKFIT and his a number of different ventures.

Rap-Up pulled collectively 17 throwback photographs that showcase among the greatest moments from Lil Wayne’s legendary profession. There are appearances from different Money Cash Information favorites, snapshots of him at awards reveals, and some uncommon glimpses of him backstage, within the studio or just being himself. Scroll by way of for a reminder of why, a long time later, Weezy remains to be your favourite rapper’s favourite rapper.

1. 1999 Supply Awards

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Juvenile, B.G., Turk, Birdman, Lil Wayne and Mannie Contemporary

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File beneath: Issues we’d like to see come again. In 1999, the Sizzling Boys, Birdman and Mannie Contemporary attended the Supply Awards in white tees and Money Cash chains. Juvenile took residence Single of the Yr for “Ha,” so the matching outfits paid off.

2. Money Cash Attending “The Jenny Jones Present” In 2000

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Whereas Lil Wayne is virtually synonymous along with his numerous face tattoos as of late, there was certainly a time earlier than all that ink. On this shot, the New Orleans rapper was backstage at “The Jenny Jones Present,” the place he additionally joined his Money Cash friends for a live rendition of “Tha Block Is Sizzling.”

3. Bulletproof Memorial Day Weekend Movie star Basketball Sport In 2004

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Lil Wayne and Gotti

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The 2004 Bulletproof Memorial Day Weekend celeb basketball sport introduced loads of star energy each on and off the court docket. Above, Weezy poses courtside with Gotti of the duo Boo & Gotti.

4. 2005 BET Awards

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Again within the mid-2000s, it felt like each rapper was rocking BAPE, and Lil Wayne was undoubtedly no exception. He confirmed as much as the 2005 BET Awards crimson carpet in a purple hoodie and black-and-white Bapestas.

5. LeBron James’ twenty first Birthday Social gathering

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LeBron James and Lil Wayne

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Most of us can solely dream of the “Lollipop” hitmaker acting at our birthday events — not to mention attending LeBron James’ birthday celebration. Above, the 2 legends posed collectively at Cleveland’s Home of Blues. Secure to say, the NBA legend’s tenure with the Cavaliers gave us some actually particular moments.

6. 2007’s Sizzling 97 Summer season Jam

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Lil Wayne and Fats Joe

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Lil Wayne and Fats Joe shared the stage for 2007’s Summer season Jam. The 2 beforehand united on “Make It Rain” on the Bronx native’s Me, Myself & I. As Weezy spat within the refrain, “Yeah, I am on this b**ch with the Terror.”

7. Lil Wayne’s twenty fifth Birthday Social gathering

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Lil Wayne, Rick Ross, DJ Khaled, T.I. and Gunplay

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If you happen to want extra proof that events within the 2010s have been a special breed, check out this picture of Rick Ross, Gunplay, T.I., DJ Khaled and many extra turning up with Lil Wayne for his twenty fifth birthday. It’s additionally price mentioning the “Love Me” rapper’s celebration came about on a yacht!

8. 2008 MTV Video Music Awards

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As a lot as we’ve zero intention of bringing again the vest-over-a-tee pattern from the 2000s, it surprisingly labored in Lil Wayne’s favor on the 2008 MTV Video Music Awards. Plus, he ended up taking residence a Moon Man for Finest Hip Hop Video, so he clearly did one thing proper.

9. 51st Annual Grammy Awards

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Lil Wayne, Kanye West, JAY-Z, T.I.

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Right here’s an iconic image of 4 GOATs hanging out backstage on the 51st Annual Grammy Awards. On the 2009 ceremony, Lil Wayne teamed up with T.I., JAY-Z, Ye and a really pregnant M.I.A. for “Swagga Like Us.” The monitor deservedly took residence Finest Rap Efficiency By A Duo Or Group. Weezy F Child himself cleaned up fairly properly, too; he grabbed Finest Rap Album for Tha Carter III, Finest Rap Music for “Lollipop” and Finest Rap Solo Efficiency for “A Milli.”

10. 52nd Annual Grammy Awards

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Drake, Eminem and Lil Wayne

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“I obtained ice in my veins, blood in my eyes / Hate in my coronary heart, love in my thoughts,” Lil Wayne rapped firstly of his performance of “Drop The World” on the 52nd Annual Grammy Awards. Sure, he was so locked in throughout that period that he carried out two years straight. His set didn’t go with out some star cameos, both: Travis Barker pounded the drums, Eminem stepped onstage halfway by way of the music and Drake walked out final for a powerhouse rendition of “Without end.”

11. Tremendous Bowl XLIV After-Social gathering

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Nicki Minaj, Lil Wayne, Gudda Gudda, Brief Dawg and Jae Millz

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Additionally in 2010, the New Orleans Saints squared off towards the Indianapolis Colts, so Younger Cash confirmed up huge to help Lil Wayne’s hometown crew. Within the picture above, Weezy posted up with Nicki Minaj, Gudda Gudda, Brief Dawg and Jae Millz at Miami’s Dolce Nightclub to have fun after the Saints clinched the win 31-17.

12. Chris Paul’s PBA Movie star Bowling Invitational In 2012

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At his 2012 PBA Movie star Bowling Invitational, Chris Paul linked up with Reggie Bush, Nelly and Lil Wayne. Actually, it is about time celebrities obtained again to taking part in sports activities apart from basketball and soccer once more.

13. 53rd Annual Grammy Awards

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Lil Wayne, Nicki Minaj and Tyga

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For the awards present in 2011, Lil Wayne scored an Album of the Yr nod for his contributions to Eminem’s Restoration, whereas Nicki Minaj competed for Finest Rap Duo/Group Efficiency for Ludacris’ “My Chick Dangerous.” The Younger Cash artists arrived on the crimson carpet with their “Senile” collaborator, Tyga, and amusingly didn’t even fake to coordinate outfits. Lil Wayne wore a navy cardigan and gown pants whereas Minaj arrived in head-to-toe leopard and Tyga had on a white blazer.

14. The Los Angeles Lakers vs. Chicago Bulls Sport

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Lil Wayne and Ye

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If you happen to’ve adopted the No Ceilings artist for some time, you realize he’s a die-hard Los Angeles Lakers fan. Throughout a Lakers vs. Chicago Bulls sport in 2011, Weezy bumped into Ye, who was clearly there repping for Chi-town. Sadly for Lil Wayne, his beloved Lakers took a tricky 88-87 loss that night time on the then-known Staples Middle.

15. Posted At The Peabody Lodge In 2005

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Talking of throwbacks: Lil Wayne’s sideburns have been deadly again within the day! Right here, he posed shirtless at Orlando’s Peabody Lodge. The Grammy Award winner’s big “M.O.B.” chest tattoo and Money Cash ink on his abdomen have clearly gotten loads extra firm in later years.

16. Macy’s Launch Occasion For TRUKFIT In 2012

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Lil Wayne and Stevie Williams

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The New Orleans legend took a quick promotional tour to have fun the launch of TRUKFIT, his streetwear model impressed by his ardour for skateboarding. On the Beverly Middle in LA, Weezy teamed up with pro-skater Stevie Williams for a fan meet-and-greet occasion.

17. DIRECTV’s seventh Annual Movie star Seashore Bowl

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Though the Saints didn’t make it to the 2013 Tremendous Bowl, Weezy was nonetheless hyped that the large sport occurred in New Orleans at Caesars Superdome (then referred to as the Mercedes-Benz Superdome). On Tremendous Bowl weekend, he participated alongside Snoop Dogg and different stars in DIRECTV’s Movie star Seashore Bowl.