Fugees
Fugees are an American hip-hop group formed in South Orange, New Jersey, in 1990. The trio of Wyclef Jean, Pras Michel, and Lauryn Hill became known for their fusion of hip-hop, reggae, R&B, and funk, socially conscious lyrics, and use of live instrumentation. Their sound stood apart during the gangsta rap-dominated era, establishing them as one of the most significant alternative hip-hop acts.
The group has won two Grammy Awards, a Brit Award for International Group, and received the Medal of Honor from Haitian President René Préval. Frequently named among the greatest rap groups, VH1 ranked them 17th on its 50 Greatest Hip-Hop Artists list. The Score appears on Rolling Stone's 500 Greatest Albums, while "Ready or Not" has been recognized by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as one of the Songs That Shaped Rock and Roll.
The group has won two Grammy Awards, a Brit Award for International Group, and received the Medal of Honor from Haitian President René Préval. Frequently named among the greatest rap groups, VH1 ranked them 17th on its 50 Greatest Hip-Hop Artists list. The Score appears on Rolling Stone's 500 Greatest Albums, while "Ready or Not" has been recognized by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as one of the Songs That Shaped Rock and Roll.
