“I was literally told for 'The Show Goes On' that I shouldn't rap too deep. I shouldn't be too lyrical. It just needs to be something easy on the eyes. Like a record company telling Picasso that we don't need these abstract interpretations of life, where people have to sit down and look at it and break it down.”

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.