“Da Pak was a group out of Chicago. It was a put-together group. We actually met for the first time at this showcase. They were like 'Yo, you should do a song together.' So we did. It just so happened that the name of the song was 'Wolf Pak.' They said, 'Y'all should be a group called Da Pak, and here's a record deal.'”

American rapper, singer, record producer, and music educator

Lupe Fiasco, born Wasalu Muhammad Jaco, is an American rapper, singer, record producer, and music educator from Chicago. He is best known for his guest appearance on Kanye West’s 2006 single "Touch the Sky," which brought him wider attention. He later formed the rock band Japanese Cartoon in 2008 and serves as its lead vocalist. His work spans rap and rock, and his public profile rests on performance, recording, and teaching.