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Bun B

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Bun B, born Marshall Bruce Jaroe Jr., is a Houston-based rapper and producer who rose to prominence as a key member of the influential Southern hip-hop collective UGK, significantly shaping the sound of underground rap throughout the 90s and beyond.

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Was Bun B part of UGK or a solo rapper first?

Bun B first became known as one half of UGK alongside Pimp C, whose real name was Chad Butler. The Port Arthur duo formed in the late 1980s, long before Bun released his solo debut Trill in 2005.

Which UGK songs best show Bun B's style?

Start with "Pocket Full of Stones," "One Day," and "Murder" to hear his tightly structured verses within UGK's Texas sound. "Int'l Players Anthem (I Choose You)," from the 2007 album Underground Kingz, shows the duo working with Outkast.

Why did Bun B begin releasing solo albums?

Bun developed Trill while Pimp C was incarcerated, allowing him to keep recording without dissolving UGK. He followed that 2005 debut with II Trill in 2008 and Trill O.G. in 2010.

What does Bun B have to do with Trill Burgers?

Bun B co-founded Houston's Trill Burgers after years of connecting his music and food interests through projects such as Trill Meals. The restaurant's name extends the "trill" identity heard throughout albums including Trill and II Trill.