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'{{Infobox person | name = Master P | image = | caption = | birth_name = Percy Robert Miller | birth_Date = {{Birth date and age|1970|4|29}} | birth_place = [[Calliope Projects]], [[New Orleans]], United States | occupation = {{flatlist| * Businessman * [[investor]] * [[rapper]] * [[songwriter]] * [[actor]] * [[author]] * [[philanthropist]] }} | years_active = 1988–present | net_worth = {{profit}} US$350 million (2013)<ref name="Brian Warner">{{cite web|url=http://www.celebritynetworth.com/articles/entertainment-articles/how-master-p-turned-10000-into-a-350-million-business-empire|title=How Master P Turned $10,000 Into A $250 Million Business Empire|author=Brian Warner|date=18 March 2013|work=Celebrity Net Worth}}</ref> | spouse = Sonya C. Miller (m. 1989 d. 2014) | children = | website = {{URL|http://nolimitforeverrecords.com/}} | module = {{Infobox musical artist|embed=yes | background = solo_singer <!-- mandatory field --> | instrument = Vocals | genre = {{flatlist| * [[Hip hop music|Hip hop]] }} | label = {{flatlist| * [[No Limit Forever]] <small>(current)</small> * [[No Limit Records|No Limit]] * In-A-Minute * [[SOLAR Records|SOLAR]] * [[Priority Records|Priority]] * [[EMI]] * [[No Limit Records|The New No Limit]] * [[Universal Records (defunct record label)|Universal]] * [[E1 Music]] * [[Guttar Music]] * Take a Stand<!--Chronological order. Master P signed with RAF first.--> }} | associated_acts = <!-- Exercise constraint and add only the NOTABLE acts associated with Master P; see [[Template:Infobox musical artist#Associated acts]] for criteria --> {{flatlist| * [[TRU (group)|TRU]] * [[Mia X]] * [[Mo B. Dick]] * [[UGK]] * [[Mack 10]] * [[Mystikal]] * [[Snoop Dogg]] * [[Montell Jordan]] * [[504 Boyz]] * [[Romeo Miller|Maserati Rome]] * [[Drumma Boy]] * [[E-40]] * [[Scarface (rapper)|Scarface]] * [[2Pac]] * [[Solange Knowles]] * [[Gang Starr]] }} }} }} '''Percy Robert Miller''', known by his [[stage name]] '''Master P''' or his business name '''P. Miller''' is an American rapper, actor, businessman, investor, author, filmmaker, record producer, philanthropist, and former basketball player. He is the founder of the [[record label]] [[No Limit Records]], which was relaunched as [[New No Limit Records]] through [[Universal Records (defunct record label)|Universal Records]] and [[Koch Records]], then again as [[Guttar Music Entertainment]], and finally, currently, [[No Limit Forever Records]]. He is the founder and [[CEO]] of P. Miller Enterprises, a [[Conglomerate (company)|conglomerate company]], and Better Black Television, a short-lived online television network. Miller gained fame in the mid-1990s with the success of his [[hip hop music]] group [[TRU (group)|TRU]] as well as his fifth solo rap album ''[[Ice Cream Man (album)|Ice Cream Man]],'' which contained his first [[Single (music)|single]] "[[Mr. Ice Cream Man]]". In 1997, after the success of one of his biggest singles to date, "[[Make 'Em Say Uhh!]]", went double [[Music recording sales certification|platinum]], Miller grew further in popularity. Then Miller released his second platinum album ''[[Ghetto D]]''. Miller also starred in his own street film, mostly based on his life, ''[[I'm Bout It]]. In 1998, P. Miller released his most successful album to date, ''[[MP Da Last Don]]''. The album was also based on a film that Miller produced, which came out earlier that year with the same name. The album hit number 1 on the [[Billboard Top 200]] chart, selling over 400,000 copies in a week. The album was certified 4× [[Music recording sales certification|platinum]], with over four million copies sold, making it Miller's highest selling album. {{clarify|date=July 2015}} In 1999, Miller released his eighth album, ''[[Only God Can Judge Me]]''. It was not as successful as his previous album, though it reached a gold certification. Miller also starred in the movie ''[[I Got the Hook Up]],'' with [[Anthony Johnson (actor)|A. J. Johnson]], and created the soundtrack of the same name. On November 28, 2000, he released his ninth album, ''[[Ghetto Postage]]'', which sold 500,000 copies, but it did not compare to his earlier more successful releases. In the early 2000s, as [[No Limit Records]] popularity was slowly declining, so was Miller's after watching . Miller re-launched No Limit Records as [[New No Limit Records]]. In 2001 Miller released his tenth album titled ''[[Game Face]]''. In 2003, Miller starred in the film ''[[Lockdown (2000 film)|Lockdown]]''. In 2004, Miller released his eleventh album, ''[[Good Side, Bad Side (Master P album)|Good Side, Bad Side]]''; it charted number 1 on the ''Billboard'' [[Independent Albums]] chart and sold 300,000 copies. The same year, Miller released his first independent album ''[[Living Legend: Certified D-Boy]]'' on his new label [[Guttar Music]]. In 2013 ''[[Forbes]]'' estimated Miller's net worth at nearly $350 million, which put him as the third-richest figure in hip hop at the time. On December 6, 2013, Miller released his thirteenth studio album ''[[The Gift (Master P album)|The Gift]]'' on his newly founded label [[No Limit Forever Records]]. On November 27, 2015, Miller released his fourteenth album, titled ''[[Empire, from the Hood to Hollywood]]''. ==Early life== Percy Robert Miller was born and raised in [[New Orleans]] in the [[Calliope Projects]]. He is the oldest out of five children. He has one sister, Germaine, and three brothers: Kevin, and platinum-selling rap artists Corey "[[C-Murder]]" & Vyshonne "[[Silkk The Shocker]]" Miller. He attended [[Booker T. Washington High School (Shreveport, Louisiana)|Booker T. Washington High School]] & [[Warren Easton High School]]. Having played on the [[basketball]] team, Miller then attended the [[University of Houston]] on an athletic scholarship, but he dropped out months into his freshman year and transferred to [[Merritt College]] in [[Oakland, California]] to [[Major (academic)|major]] in business.<ref name="allmusic">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/artist/master-p-mn0000382455/biography|title=Master P Biography|publisher=allmusic.com|author=Erlewine, Stephen Thomas|accessdate=August 20, 2013}}</ref> After the death of his grandfather, Miller inherited $10,000 as part of a malpractice settlement. Miller opened a record store in [[Richmond, California]] called [[No Limit Records]], which later became the foundation for his own record label of the same name. On February 15, 1990, Master P released the cassette tape ''Mind Of A Psychopath''. His brother Kevin Miller was killed that same year in New Orleans. Instead of letting this destroy his dreams, it only increased the motivation of Master P to become a successful entrepreneur to change his life and save his family.<ref name="Biography.com">{{cite web|url=http://www.biography.com/print/profile/master-p-597332|title=Master P|publisher=A&E Networks|work=biography.com|accessdate=August 20, 2013}}</ref> ==Music career== ===Early works=== On February 12, 1992, Master P released his debut studio album ''[[Get Away Clean]]'' which was quickly followed by his second album ''[[Mama's Bad Boy]],'' in April 1992. Both albums were released through In-A-Minute Records. In 1993, Master P released his first collaboration album with his group [[TRU (group)|TRU]] titled ''[[Who's da Killer?]]'' Master P released his third studio album ''[[The Ghettos Tryin to Kill Me!]]'' on March 18, 1994; it was later re-released in 1997 as a limited edition under [[Priority Records|Priority]]. That same year Master P collaborated on the No Limit compilation albums ''[[West Coast Bad Boyz, Vol. 1: Anotha Level of the Game]]'' & ''[[West Coast Bad Boyz: High fo Xmas]]''. On June 6, 1995, Master P released his fourth studio album ''[[99 Ways to Die (album)|99 Ways to Die]]''. Master P and TRU released their third album ''[[True (TRU album)|True]]'' in 1995, which was the group's first major release after two independent albums. The album reached #25 on the [[Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums]] and #14 on the [[Top Heatseekers]]. The album was known for its first single and one of Master P's best known songs "I'm Bout' It, Bout It". He also worked on the compilation album, ''[[Down South Hustlers: Bouncin' and Swingin']]'' during that year. ===1995–2000: Return to New Orleans and mainstream success=== In 1995, Master P moved from [[Richmond, CA]] back to [[New Orleans]] to relocate No Limit Records with a slew of new artists and in-house producers [[Beats By the Pound]]. On April 16, 1996 Master P released his fifth album [[Ice Cream Man (album)|Ice Cream Man]]. It contained the hit single ''[[Mr. Ice Cream Man]]'', which accelerated Master P's rise to fame. Later in 1996, Master P returned with TRU to work on ''[[Tru 2 da Game]]'', which would not be released until February 18, 1997. At that time TRU was reduced to a trio with just Master P alongside his brothers [[C-Murder]] and [[Silkk the Shocker]]. On September 2, 1997, Master P released his breakthrough album, ''[[Ghetto D]]''. The first week sales of the album were the highest of any of Master P's albums, selling over 761,000 copies, and it went on to go certified triple platinum. It contained the hit single "[[Make 'Em Say Uhh!]]", Master P's highest charting single to date. The song earned him an [[MTV Video Music Award]] nomination the following year for "Best Rap Video", but lost to [[Will Smith]]'s "[[Gettin' Jiggy Wit It]]". On June 2, 1998, P. Miller released his seventh and best-selling album to date ''[[MP Da Last Don]]''. Master P released a film of the same name earlier that year. The album debuted at #1 on the Billboard Top 200 charts selling over 400,000 copies in its first week, and went on to sell over four million copies. On October 26, 1999 Master P. Miller released his eighth studio album ''[[Only God Can Judge Me]],'' which contained his single "Step To Dis". The album went certified gold, selling over 500,000 copies. In 1999, Master P & TRU released their fifth studio album ''[[Da Crime Family]]''. On November 28, 2000, he released his ninth studio album ''[[Ghetto Postage]]'' which contained his hit singles "Bout Dat" and "Souljas". Also in 2000, Master P and his new group [[504 Boyz]] released their debut album ''[[Goodfellas (504 Boyz album)|Goodfellas]]'', which peaked at #1 on the [[Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums]] and contained their hit single, "[[Wobble Wobble]]". ===2001–05: The New No Limit=== On December 18, 2001, Master P released his tenth studio album ''[[Game Face]]'', the first Master P album released on The New No Limit, which had a partnership with [[Universal Records (defunct record label)|Universal Records]]. In 2002, The [[504 Boyz]] released their second album [[Ballers (album)|Ballers]]. Both albums charted high on the Hip-Hop charts, but shortly after, No Limit began to decline in popularity. Record sales as well as roster changes and lawsuits caused No Limit Records to file for bankruptcy on December 17, 2003. Master P's eleventh album, titled ''[[Good Side, Bad Side (Master P album)|Good Side, Bad Side]]'', was released on March 23, 2004, debuting at #1 on the ''Billboard'' [[Independent Albums]] chart. Master P & hip hop group [[TRU (group)|TRU]] released their last album ''[[The Truth (TRU album)|The Truth]]'' in 2005. ===2005–07: Guttar Music=== In 2005, Master P and his son [[Romeo Miller]] formed the independent label [[Guttar Music]]. On April 26, 2006, P. Miller released his twelfth studio album ''[[Ghetto Bill]]''. It contained the single "[[I Need Dubs]]," which sampled [[LL Cool J]]'s "[[I Need Love]]". On November 29, 2005, P. Miller released his first independent album ''[[Living Legend: Certified D-Boy]]'' on Guttar Music. Master P and [[504 Boyz]] also released their last album titled ''[[Hurricane Katrina: We Gon Bounce Back]]'' that year, and it was dedicated to the victims of [[Hurricane Katrina]]. In 2007, Master P released a collaboration album with Romeo titled ''[[Hip Hop History]]'' that sold 32,000 copies worldwide. ===2010–present: No Limit Forever & current works=== On December 6, 2010, it was announced that Master P was going on a new tour with his brother [[Silkk The Shocker]] and his son [[Romeo Miller|Romeo]] titled No Limit Forever International. On February 8, 2011, Master P was featured on rapper [[Gucci Mane]]'s track titled "Brinks". It was his first recorded song in over four years. In early 2012, Master P started to re brand his label with fresh new talent from the streets, including Graphic Designer @Hitmayne4Hire / HITGPX to revision the tanks look and bring back that "NO LIMIT" look with modern style to all future projects and promotions. On 10 August 2012, he performed at [[Detroit, MI]] rap duo [[Insane Clown Posse]]'s 12th Annual "Gathering of the Juggalos" concert.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.hatchetradio.net/2012/08/watch-the-gathering-of-the-juggalos-all-weekend-on-psychopathiclive-com/ |title=WATCH THE GATHERING OF THE JUGGALOS ALL WEEKEND ON PSYCHOPATHICLIVE.COM! |deadurl=no |accessdate=2012-08-11}}</ref> On November 16, 2011 Master P released his first [[mixtape]] and first solo project in over 6 years, titled ''TMZ (Too Many Zeros)''.<ref>[http://www.livemixtapes.com/mixtapes/15271/master_p_tmz.html Master P – TMZ (Too Many Zeros) Hosted By DJ Greg Street & No Limit Records]. Livemixtapes.com. Retrieved on 2013-01-04.</ref> On August 2, 2012 it was announced that Master P was working on his thirteenth studio album ''Boss Of All Bosses''.<ref>[http://www.trutanksoldiers.com/?p=924 Master P "The Godfather" Album (coming soon) | TruTankSoldiers.com – No Limit Forever Records]. TruTankSoldiers.com (2012-08-02). Retrieved on 2013-01-04.</ref> On September 17, 2012 Master P released snippet of an upcoming single titled "Friends With Benefits" featuring [[Houston]] rapper/singer [[Kirko Bangz]].<ref>[http://www.trutanksoldiers.com/?p=1009 Master P feat. Kirko Bangz [[Friends with Benifits]] | TruTankSoldiers.com – No Limit Forever Records]. TruTankSoldiers.com (2012-09-17). Retrieved on 2013-01-04.</ref><ref>[http://allhiphop.com/2012/09/17/breaking-heat-masterpmiller-ft-kirkobangz-freinds-with-benifits/ BREAKING HEAT: @MasterPMiller Ft. @KirkoBangz "Freinds With Benifits"]. AllHipHop.com (2012-09-17). Retrieved on 2013-01-04.</ref><ref>[http://www.hotnewhiphop.com/master-p-friends-with-benefits-song.1007391.html Master P Songs – Friends With Benefits [Full Version]. HotNewHipHop (2012-09-23). Retrieved on 2013-01-04.</ref><ref>{{YouTube|AqhXc7MXT-g|Master P feat. Kirko Bangz "Friends With Benefits" (Radio)}} (2012-09-17). Retrieved on 2013-01-04.</ref> On January 16, 2013, Master P released his second official mixtape titled ''Al Capone'' as promotion for his ''Boss Of All Bosses'' album.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.trutanksoldiers.com/?p=1024|title=Master P on Kobe Bryant, "Family Empire", And More! (Full Interview) – BigBoyTV|work=TruTankSoldiers}}</ref><ref>http://www.trutanksoldiers.com/?p=1287</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.livemixtapes.com/mixtapes/20351/master-p-al-capone.html|title=Master P – Al Capone|work=LiveMixtapes|accessdate=9 March 2015}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.datpiff.com/Master-P-Al-Capone-mixtape.439111.html|title=Master P – Al Capone Hosted by No Limit|work=DatPiff|accessdate=9 March 2015}}</ref> Then on February 12, 2013 Master P released his first collaboration mixtape titled ''New World Order'' with his new group, Louie V. Mob, which includes himself, [[Atlanta]] rapper [[Alley Boy]], and [[Washington, D.C.|Washington, DC]] rapper [[Fat Trel]] .<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.trutanksoldiers.com/?p=1242|title=Eastwood – Revelations / Block Sheep Mixtape Intro (Video)|publisher=}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.livemixtapes.com/mixtapes/20347/louie-v-mob-new-world-order.html|title=Louie V Mob – New World Order|work=LiveMixtapes|accessdate=9 March 2015}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.datpiff.com/Louie-V-Mob-New-World-Order-mixtape.439112.html|title=Louie V Mob – New World Order Hosted by No Limit|work=DatPiff|accessdate=9 March 2015}}</ref> On August 6, 2013, Master P released his third official mixtape titled ''Famous Again'' as promotion for his ''Boss Of All Bosses'' album, it featured appearances from [[Romeo Miller|Rome]], [[Silkk The Shocker]], Dee-1, Young Louie, Play Beezy, Gangsta, Howie T, [[Clyde Carson]], [[Game (rapper)|Game]], [[Chief Keef]], [[Fat Trel]], [[Alley Boy]], [[Problem (rapper)|Problem]], [[Wiz Khalifa]], [[Tyga]], and [[Chris Brown (American entertainer)|Chris Brown]], as well as production from 1500 & Nothin, Young Bugatti, Stiv Schneider, The Composer, and JB.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.livemixtapes.com/mixtapes/23361/master-p-famous-again.html|title=Master P – Famous Again|work=LiveMixtapes|accessdate=9 March 2015}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.datpiff.com/Master-P-Famous-Again-mixtape.518429.html|title=Master P – Famous Again Hosted by No Limit Forever|work=DatPiff|accessdate=9 March 2015}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.hiphopdx.com/index/news/id.24942/title.master-p-famous-again-cover-art-tracklist-download-mixtape-stream|title=Master P "Famous Again" Cover Art, Tracklist, Download & Mixtape Stream|author=HipHopDX|date=6 August 2013|work=HipHopDX|accessdate=9 March 2015}}</ref> On December 6, 2013, Master P released his thirteenth album titled ''[[The Gift (Master P album)|The Gift]]''.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.xxlmag.com/news/2013/10/master-p-offering-10000-lucky-fan-buys-album-gift/|title=Master P Offering $10,000 To A Lucky Fan Who Buys His Album 'The Gift' – XXL|work=XXL|accessdate=9 March 2015}}</ref> On January 23, 2014, it was announced that ''The Gift'' would be re-released on February 21, 2014, as a [[Video album]] with a [[music video]] for every song, and that it would be titled ''The Platinum Gift''.<ref>{{cite web|author=on 12 January 2014 |url=http://www.trutanksoldiers.com/music-master-p-makes-history-with-the-first-hip-hop-visual-album/ |title=MUSIC: Master P Makes History with the First Hip Hop Visual Album &#124; TruTankSoldiers.com – No Limit Forever Records |publisher=TruTankSoldiers.com |date=2014-01-12 |accessdate=2014-02-12}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|author=on 23 January 2014 |url=http://www.trutanksoldiers.com/video-master-p-lonely-road-official-music-video-new-video-album-drops-feb-21st-2014/ |title=VIDEO: Master P "Lonely Road" Official Music Video – New Video Album Drops Feb 21st 2014 &#124; TruTankSoldiers.com - No Limit Forever Records |publisher=TruTankSoldiers.com |date=2014-01-23 |accessdate=2014-02-12}}</ref> On February 6, 2014, it was announced that Master P was working on two new albums, ''Ice Cream Man 2'', which is a sequel to his critically acclaimed debut major label album ''[[Ice Cream Man (album)|Ice Cream Man]]'', and ''Boss Of All Bosses''.<ref>{{cite web|author=on 06 February 2014 |url=http://www.trutanksoldiers.com/master-p-announces-10k-gift-album-golden-ticket-winner-masterpmiller/ |title=Master P Announces 10K Gift Album Golden Ticket Winner, Plus New Video Album and Mixtape @masterpmiller &#124; TruTankSoldiers.com – No Limit Forever Records |publisher=TruTankSoldiers.com |date=2014-02-06 |accessdate=2014-02-12}}</ref> On February 28, 2014 Miller released his fourth mixtape ''The Gift Vol. 1: Return of The Ice Cream Man''.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.datpiff.com/Master-P-The-Gift-Return-Of-The-Ice-Cream-Man-mixtape.584791.html?utm_source=HipHopEarly&utm_medium=MixtapeListing&utm_campaign=HipHopEarly|title=Master P – The Gift: Return Of The Ice Cream Man Hosted by DJ Swamp Izzo|work=DatPiff|accessdate=9 March 2015}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.hotnewhiphop.com/master-p-the-gift-return-of-the-ice-cream-man-new-mixtape.109298.html|title=Master P – The Gift (Return Of The Ice Cream Man)|author=Philip Cheek|work=HotNewHipHop|accessdate=9 March 2015}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.livemixtapes.com/mixtapes/26096/master-p-the-gift.html|title=Master P – The Gift (Return Of The Ice Cream Man)|work=LiveMixtapes|accessdate=9 March 2015}}</ref> On January 5, 2015 Master P released his second collaboration mixtape titled ''We All We Got'' with his new group Money Mafia, which includes himself, his son [[Romeo Miller|Maserati Rome]], Ace B, Young Junne, Eastwood, Gangsta, Play Beezy, Calliope Popeye, Flight Boy, and [[No Limit Forever]] in-house producer Blaq N Mild. The mixtape would also include a surprise feature from fellow well-known [[New Orleans]] rapper [[Lil Wayne]], on the track "Power".<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.datpiff.com/Money-Mafia-We-All-We-Got-mixtape.679360.html|title=Money Mafia – We All We Got Hosted by No Limit Forever|work=DatPiff|accessdate=9 March 2015}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.hotnewhiphop.com/money-mafia-we-all-we-got-new-mixtape.115657.html|title=Money Mafia – We All We Got|author=Rose Lilah|work=HotNewHipHop|accessdate=9 March 2015}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.livemixtapes.com/mixtapes/31709/money-mafia-we-all-we-got.html|title=Money Mafia – We All We Got|work=LiveMixtapes|accessdate=9 March 2015}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.mtv.com/news/2039238/lil-wayne-master-p-power/|title=Lil Wayne And Master P Are After 'Power' On Gritty New Collaboration – MTV|work=MTV News|accessdate=9 March 2015}}</ref> On February 9, 2015 Master P released his third collaboration mixtape titled ''#CP3'' with his [[No Limit Forever]] artist and fellow [[New Orleans]] rapper Ace B.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.hotnewhiphop.com/master-p-and-ace-b-cp3-new-mixtape.115701.html|title=Master P & Ace B – CP3|author=Rose Lilah|work=HotNewHipHop|accessdate=9 March 2015}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.livemixtapes.com/mixtapes/32487/master-p-ace-b-cp3.html|title=Master P & Ace B – #CP3|work=LiveMixtapes|accessdate=9 March 2015}}</ref> On April 20, 2015 Master P released his fourth collaboration mixtape titled ''Hustlin'' with his group Money Mafia.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.datpiff.com/Master-P-Hustlin-mixtape.701185.html|title=Master P – Hustlin Hosted by Dj BlaqNmild|work=DatPiff}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.hotnewhiphop.com/money-mafia-hustlin-new-mixtape.115805.html|title=Money Mafia – Hustlin – Download & Listen [New Mixtape]|author=Patrick Lyons|date=20 April 2015|work=HotNewHipHop}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.livemixtapes.com/mixtapes/33645/master-p-money-mafia-hustlin.html|title=Master P & Money Mafia – Hustlin|work=LiveMixtapes}}</ref> On June 4, 2015 it was announced that Master P's newest group Money Mafia would be releasing their debut album in 2015 titled ''Rarri Boys''.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://moneymafiamob.com/2015/06/04/money-mafia-no-limit-forever-summer-2015-trailer/#|title=Money Mafia – No Limit Forever – Summer 2015 Trailer|work=moneymafiamob.com}}</ref> On June 8, 2015 Master P along with Money Mafia would release their first single from ''Rarri Boys'' titled "Bonita".<ref>{{cite web|url=http://moneymafiamob.com/2015/06/08/bonita_money_mafia_download/#|title=Bonita – Money Mafia (Download Now) & Official Video Trailer|work=moneymafiamob.com}}</ref><ref>{{cite av media|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CgmxHMMhtWw|title=Master P ft. Money Mafia – "Bonita"|date=16 June 2015|work=YouTube}}</ref> On July 16, 2015 Master P released his fifth collaboration mixtape titled ''The Luciano Family'' with his group Money Mafia.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.datpiff.com:80/Master-P-ft-Money-Mafia-The-Luciano-Family-mixtape.723169.html|title=Master P & Money Mafia – The Luciano Family Hosted by DJ BlaqNmilD|work=DatPiff}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.livemixtapes.com/mixtapes/35317/money-mafia-master-p-the-luciano-family.html|title=Money Mafia & Master P – The Luciano Family|work=LiveMixtapes}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://soundcloud.com/moneymafiamob/sets/lucianofamilymixtape|title="Luciano Family" Mixtape|work=SoundCloud}}</ref> On October 7, 2015 Master P would reveal the cover art's & announced that there would be three sequel album installments to his critically acclaimed debut major label album ''[[Ice Cream Man (album)|Ice Cream Man]]'' titled ''Ice Cream Man 2: The Streets'', ''Ice Cream Man 3: The Hustle'', ''Ice Cream Man 4: The Lifestyle'' that will be released all on the same day.<ref name="IceCreamManTripleBeamTrilogy">{{cite web|url=http://pluggedentertainmentmagazine.com/news-master-p-announces-new-3-album-ice-cream-man-trilogy-cover-art-leak-and-much-more/|title=Plugged » (news) Master P announces New 3 Album "ICE CREAM MAN" Trilogy, Cover Art Leak and Much More.]|work=pluggedentertainmentmagazine.com}}</ref> On October 13, 2015 Master P would reveal & announced the cover art, release date & track list to his upcoming new album titled ''[[Empire (Master P album)|Empire]]'' that will be released on November 28, 2015.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://allhiphop.com/2015/10/13/exclusive-master-p-reveals-release-date-tracklist-cover-art-for-empire-album/|title=AllHipHop.com: Hip-Hop News, Rumors, Music & Videos » EXCLUSIVE: Master P Reveals Release Date, Tracklist & Cover Art For ‘Empire’ Album|author=Allhiphop|work=AllHipHop.com: Hip-Hop News, Rumors, Music & Videos}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.hip-hopvibe.com/2015/10/13/master-p-to-release-new-album-empire-on-the-same-day-as-reality-show-premiere/|title=Master P to release new album, #Empire, on the same day as reality show premiere|work=Hip Hop Vibe}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.hotnewhiphop.com/master-p-reveals-empire-artwork-tracklist-and-release-date-news.18163.html|title=Master P Reveals "Empire" Artwork, Tracklist & Release Date|author=Trevor Smith|date=13 October 2015|work=HotNewHipHop}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://pluggedentertainmentmagazine.com/master-p-kicks-off-new-tv-show-premier-with-a-new-master-p-empire-album-nov-28th-2015/|title=Plugged » Master P Kicks off New TV show Premier with a New "Master P – EMPIRE ALBUM" Nov 28Th 2015|work=pluggedentertainmentmagazine.com}}</ref> On November 27, 2015 Master P would release his fourteenth album titled ''[[Empire, from the Hood to Hollywood]]'' it would feature guest appearance's from [[Krazy (rapper)|Krazy]], [[Lil Wayne]], [[Romeo Miller|Maserati Rome]], [[No Limit Forever|Money Mafia]], Ace B, BlaqNmilD, Fame-O & Luccianos, it would be released via his label No Limit Forever Records & Globy House Records.<ref name="EmpireAlbumItunes">{{cite web|url=https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/empire-from-hood-to-hollywood/id105780447https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/empire-from-hood-to-hollywood/id1055522347|title=Empire, from the Hood to Hollywood|work=iTunes}}</ref><ref name="EmpireAlbumAmazon">{{cite web|url=http://www.amazon.com/Empire-Hood-Hollywood-Master-P/dp/B0180TV6G4|title=Amazon.com: Empire from the Hood to Hollywood: Master P: MP3 Downloads|publisher=}}</ref><ref name="EmpireAlbumGooglePlay">{{cite web|url=https://play.google.com/store/music/album?id=Bbtq33fucn2ky66s2rh4aaihzya&tid=song-T56ax43hidj4ivtgemv7okc5b2e|title=Master P: Empire from the Hood to Hollywood – Music on Google Play|publisher=}}</ref> On February 23, 2016 Master P would release a new single titled "Funeral" it would feature his new group No Limit Boys members Ace B & Angelo Nano.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/funeral-feat.-no-limit-boys/id1087120828|title=Funeral (feat. No Limit Boys, Ace B & Angelo Nano) – Single by Master P on Apple Music|publisher=}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/funeral-feat.-no-limit-boys/id1087129970|title=Funeral (feat. No Limit Boys, Ace B & Angelo Nano) – Single by Master P on Apple Music|publisher=}}</ref> On March 2, 2016 Master P would release a new single titled "Middle Finga".<ref>{{cite web|url=https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/middle-finga-feat.-no-limit/id1089657811|title=Middle Finga (feat. No Limit Boys) – Single by Master P on Apple Music|publisher=}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/middle-finga-feat.-no-limit/id1089658006|title=Middle Finga (feat. No Limit Boys) – Single by Master P on Apple Music|publisher=}}</ref> On March 16, 2016 Miller released his fifth mixtape titled ''Middle Finga''.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://datpiff.com/tape/773031|title=Master P – Middle Finga Hosted by EsCo|publisher=}}</ref> On March 18, 2016 during an interview Master P would announce he was working on a new album titled ''The Grind Don't Stop'' with his new group [[No Limit Forever|No Limit Boys]] & he would also announce his new tour titled the Pop-Up Tour.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://hiphopdx.com/news/id.37955/title.master-p-making-history-twice-with-pop-up-tour|title=Master P Making "History Twice" With "Pop-Up Tour"|first=HipHopDX -|last=http://hiphopdx.com|publisher=}}</ref> On March 28, 2016 it was announced that Master P's newest group No Limit Boys formerly Money Mafia would be releasing their debut album in 2016 titled ''No Limit Boys''.<ref name="NoLimitBoys">{{cite web|url=http://hiphopdx.com/videos/id.22751/title.17-things-you-need-to-know-about-master-p-no-limit-boys|title=17 Things You Need To Know About Master P & No Limit Boys|first=HipHopDX -|last=http://hiphopdx.com|publisher=}}</ref> On August 21, 2016, Master P released his sixth official mixtape titled ''The G Mixtape'', it featured appearances from [[2 Chainz]], [[A$AP Ferg]], [[E-40]], [[The Game (rapper)|The Game]], [[Gucci Mane]], [[Jeremih]], [[Lil Wayne]], [[Nipsey Hussle]], [[No Limit Forever|No Limit Boys]], [[Rick Ross]], [[Usher (singer)|Usher]], [[Travis Scott]] & [[Yo Gotti]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.datpiff.com/Master-P-The-G-Mixtape.800336.html|title=Master P – The G Mixtape|publisher=}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.hotnewhiphop.com/master-p-the-g-mixtape-new-mixtape.116523.html|title=Master P – The G Mixtape – Download & Listen [New Mixtape]|publisher=}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.livemixtapes.com/mixtapes/40725/master-p-the-g-mixtape.html|title=Master P – The G Mixtape – NoDJ|publisher=}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/the-g-mixtape/id1147274627|title=The G Mixtape by Master P on Apple Music|publisher=}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.amazon.com/G-Mixtape-Explicit-Master-P/dp/B01LGWBJKU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1475580003&sr=8-1&keywords=Master%20P%20The%20G%20Mixtape|title=The G Mixtape|publisher=|via=Amazon}}</ref> On October 27, 2016, Master P released his seventh official mixtape titled ''Louisiana Hot Sauce'', it featured appearances from fellow No Limit Forever artist Ace B, Angelo Nano, [[Cymphonique]], Gangsta, J Slugg, Lambo, Moe Roy, Play Beezy, [[Romeo Miller|Romeo]] & [[Valentino Miller|Young Vee]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.datpiff.com/Master-P-Louisiana-Hot-Sauce-mixtape.809889.html|title=Master P – Louisiana Hot Sauce Hosted by No Limit Forever|publisher=}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.livemixtapes.com/mixtapes/41472/master-p-louisiana-hot-sauce.html|title=Master P – Louisiana Hot Sauce – No Limit Forever|publisher=}}</ref> On January 6, 2017 Master P released his sixth collaboration mixtape titled ''We All We Got'' with his group No Limit Boys.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.datpiff.com/MASTER-P-Various-Artists-We-All-We-Got-mixtape.822213.html|title=MASTER P & Various Artists – We All We Got Hosted by No Limit Records|publisher=}}</ref> ==Business career== Aside from being a rapper, Master P has also enjoyed a successful career as an entrepreneur and investor. After the death of his grandfather, Miller inherited $10,000 as part of a malpractice settlement and opened a record store in [[Richmond, California]] called [[No Limit Records]], which later became the foundation for his own record label of the same name. He has since parlayed his $10,000 initial seed capital investment into a $250 million business empire spanning a wide variety of industries.<ref name="Brian Warner"/> As a businessman, Miller was known for his frugality and keeping business expenses down and profit margins high. His shrewd business acumen allowed Miller to take his profits from one venture to bankroll the next venture.<ref name="Master P">{{cite news | title=Master P | date=December 1999 | agency=Black Enterprise | accessdate=18 February 2016}}</ref> Miller was one of the first rappers to notice and take advantage of the retail potential of the music industry. As an investor, Master P was one of the first rappers to build a business and financial empire by investing in a wide range of business and investment ventures from a variety of industries. He has since invested the millions of dollars he made from his No Limit record company into a travel agency, a [[Foot Locker]] retail outlet, [[real estate]], stocks, film, music, and [[television production]], toy making, a [[phone sex]] company, clothing, telecommunications, a jewellery line, auto accessories, book and magazine publishing, car rims, fast food franchises, and gas stations.<ref>{{cite web | url=http://www.encyclopedia.com/topic/Master_P.aspx | title=Master P | publisher=Encyclopedia | accessdate=18 February 2016}}</ref><ref>{{cite book | title=Hip Hop Culture | author=Emmett George Price | pages=70}}</ref><ref>{{cite web | url=http://www.inquisitr.com/2791359/how-is-master-ps-net-worth-still-ranked-as-one-of-raps-top-5-highest-paid/ | title=How Is Master P’s Net Worth Still Ranked As One Of Rap’s Top 5 Highest Paid? | publisher=Inquisitr | date=February 13, 2016 | accessdate=18 February 2016 | author=Antonio J. Newell}}</ref><ref>{{cite web | url=http://blog.bamm.tv/jay-z-and-master-p-a-tale-of-two-empires/ | title=Jay-Z And Master P: A Tale Of Two Empires | publisher=Bamm.tv | accessdate=18 February 2016}}</ref> His sports management agency No Limit Communications, a joint venture with marketing guru [[Djuan Edgerton]], was a success. His conglomerate company, No Limit Enterprises became a financial powerhouse. His [[real estate investment]] and [[property management]] company, the New Orleans-based PM Properties controls over 100 properties across the United States.<ref name="Master P"/> According to Black Enterprise magazine, No Limit Enterprises grossed $110 million in revenue in 1998 alone. This level of success inspired other rappers to branch out into other business ventures and investments.<ref name="Master P"/><ref name="NEIL STRAUSS">{{cite web |url=https://www.nytimes.com/1998/05/13/arts/gangsta-rapper-turns-entrepreneur-28-master-p-has-created-one-biggest.html?pagewanted=all&src=pm | title=How a Gangsta Rapper Turns Entrepreneur; At 28, Master P Has Created One Of the Biggest Independent Labels | publisher=New York Times | date=May 13, 1998 | accessdate=9 July 2013 | author=NEIL STRAUSS}}</ref> Miller also has his own line of beverages, called "Make ‘Em Say Ughh!" energy drinks.<ref name=":0">{{cite web |url=http://thegrio.com/2014/04/24/master-ps-wife-reportedly-wants-67-million-in-divorce-case/ | title=Master P’s wife reportedly wants $67 million in divorce case | publisher=MSNBC | date=April 24, 2014 | accessdate=28 July 2014 | author=Kyle Harvey}}</ref> Miller has also made a foray into mass media, where he founded Better Black Television, a cable television network in November 2010 based in New Orleans, making him the first rapper to establish a cable television network.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.marketwatch.com/Story/story/rescue?SourceUrl=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.marketwatch.com%2Fstory%2Fstory%3Fguid%3D%257B84DACE55-1089-4DB5-8992-4223A5DF65EE%257D%26dist%3Dhppr | title=Better Black Television | publisher=Marketwatch | year=2008 | accessdate=9 July 2013}}</ref> Rappers had historically focused more on the artistic and glamorous side of hip hop music while paying very little attention to the business, investment and financial aspects. All that changed in 1996 when Master P signed a music distribution deal with Priority Records, one where No Limit Records would retain 100% ownership of their master recordings and keep 85% of their record's sales while giving Priority 15% in return for pressing and distribution which allows No Limit to profit from future sales such as catalogs and reissues.<ref name="Master P"/> Master P went on to make hundreds of millions of dollars from this deal. Additionally, Master P invented many innovative marketing techniques. According to Wendy Day, CEO of the Rap Coalition, "Master P had a whole marketing movement. He was the first person to market the way a corporate entity like IBM would market to their clientele." Whereas the traditional model for marketing records was to spend millions of dollars on expensive videos and air play, Miller didn't have such a luxury. As an independent artist, Miller had to find a way to sell, market and build platinum record selling demand on a limited recording budget. He was known for keeping upfront business expenses down and [[profit margin]]s high. He began selling tapes out the trunk of his car in every city and town in America where there was potential demand for his music. He gave out free samples to people with expensive cars and had them playing his music throughout their neighborhoods. This street level [[guerrilla marketing]] technique set the foundation to build a larger fanbase for the future. After signing his deal with Priority, Miller began a high volume business model of cranking out as many records as possible, as frequently as possible. He branded all his albums, so that the No Limit brand became more important than the actual artist's name. Miller cross-promoted all his artists and albums inside the album covers. He also used [[Pen & Pixel|pen and pixel graphics]] and [[Italian-American Mafia|Mafia]]-inspired themes to make his albums stand out using Photoshop. He offered 20 songs per album, whereas most albums offered 15 or less, as Miller learned that customers wanted more for their money. He turned his artists into [[Marvel Comics|Marvel]] [[comic book]]-like characters rather than just rappers. He made sure his artists were number one on [[Nielsen SoundScan|SoundScan]] every time they released an album, to build the perception of popularity. He used inexpensive videos to promote his artists and he cross-promoted albums using films and vice versa and tied them altogether as a package. Brand image and identity became more important than just music quality. Miller's record labels have sold 75 million records as a result of his innovative marketing and branding strategies.<ref name="NEIL STRAUSS"/><ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.biography.com/people/master-p-597332 | title=Master P – Biography | publisher=Biography.com | accessdate=9 July 2013}}</ref> As founder and CEO of No Limit Entertainment, Miller at one time presided over a business empire that included his conglomerate No Limit Enterprises, [[No Limit Records]], Bout It Inc., No Limit Clothing, No Limit Communications, No Limit Films, No Limit Sports Management, P. M. Properties, and Advantage Travel. Miller represented former NFL running back [[Ricky Williams]] when he was drafted by the [[New Orleans Saints]], however the deal was rated the worst contract for a player in NFL History by [[ESPN]].<ref>{{Cite news| url = http://sports.espn.go.com/espn/page2/story?page=contracts |title= The worst contracts in NFL history |author=Thomas Neumann|publisher=[[ESPN]] |date =February 19, 2009}}</ref> Miller also manages the music, film, and television career of his son, rap star [[Romeo Miller]], as well as pop star Forrest Lipton and Atlanta rapper [[Gucci Mane]]. Miller was also the executive television producer for his teenage daughter Cymphonique’s Nickelodeon Show, [[How To Rock]], and the co-creator Romeo!, the hit Nickelodeon television show that stars his son.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://allhiphop.com/2006/11/20/master-p-hits-wall-street-with-new-book-guaranteed-success/ | title=Master P Hits Wall Street With New Book ‘Guaranteed Success’ | publisher=Allhiphop | date=November 20, 2006 | accessdate=28 July 2014 | author=Chris Richburg}}</ref> ===Income=== In 1998, Miller ranked 10th on [[Forbes]] magazine's list of America's 40 highest paid entertainers, with an estimated income of $56.5 million. In 2009, he earned more than $661 million, making him the highest paid hip hop entertainer in the world at the time.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://theurbandaily.com/2012/07/10/master-p-net-worth/|title=Master P Net Worth: How Much Does He Make? – The Urban Daily|work=The Urban Daily|accessdate=9 March 2015}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.therichest.com/celebnetworth/celeb/rappers/master-p-net-worth/|title=Master P Net Worth|work=TheRichest|accessdate=9 March 2015}}</ref> In 2013, Miller's wealth is estimated to be $350 million, making him one of the wealthiest figures on the American hip hop scene.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.sohh.com/2012/07/diddy_jay-z_master_p_top_20_richest_rapp.html|title=SOHH.com – Diddy, Jay-Z & Master P Top "20 Richest Rappers Alive Today" List – For The Best In Hip-Hop/Urban News – SOHH.com|date=12 April 2015|work=For The Best In Hip-Hop/Urban News – SOHH.com}}</ref> ==Other ventures== ===Film and television career=== Since 1997, Master P has been in numerous [[Feature film|feature]] and [[Direct-to-video|straight to DVD]] films, and in television shows. His filmography includes ''Uncle P'', ''Uncle Willy's Family'', ''[[Soccer Mom (film)|Soccer Mom]]'', ''[[Gone in 60 Seconds (2000 film)|Gone in 60 Seconds]]'', ''[[Toxic (film)|Toxic]]'', ''[[Foolish (film)|Foolish]]'', and ''[[I Got the Hook Up]]''. In 1999, he had a small run in [[World Championship Wrestling]] (WCW), where he led a [[professional wrestling stable]] called [[The No Limit Soldiers]] in a feud with [[Curt Hennig]]'s [[The West Texas Rednecks]]. Master P also starred in ''[[Romeo!]]'' alongside his son [[Romeo Miller]] on the children's network [[Nickelodeon]] from 2003 to 2006. He was also a contestant on [[Dancing with the Stars (U.S. season 2)]], replacing Romeo who dropped out due to an injury. He partnered with [[Ashly DelGrosso]] and received a total score of 8 out of 30 for his [[pasodoble]], the lowest score in the show's history. He was eliminated on Week 4. In 2008, Miller has also made history as the first hip-hop entrepreneur to own a [[cable television]] network, Better Black Television (or BBTV011, which was meant to promote positive messages and content to the African American culture). The network was launched in 2009. Executives include [[Denzel Washington]], [[Derek Anderson (basketball)|Derek Anderson]] of the [[Charlotte Bobcats]], [[DJ Kool Herc]], and [[Bo Derek]]. As part of the BBTV project, Miller and Romeo teamed up to develop a children's cartoon titled '''Gee Gee The Giraffe''. The show is true to the duo's mission to produce positive, educational, and entertaining content for African-American children. Animation has been employed by the Millers on prior occasions such as their February 2008 cartoon version of their music video for the song "Black History." As reported in March 2011, Miller planned to star in a new film with his protégé [[Gucci Mane]], titled ''Get Money''. The film, set for release through No Limit, would be based on Miller's book of the same name. On June 10, 2015, it was announced that Master P and his family, would be starring in their own reality show titled ''Master P's Family Empire''. It is scheduled to be aired on [[Reelz]] sometime in November.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.vibe.com/2015/06/master-p-family-empire-show/|title='Master P's Family Empire' Coming To Reelz Network – Vibe|work=Vibe}}</ref> ===NBA career=== Miller had a contract with two different [[National Basketball Association|NBA]] teams: the [[Charlotte Hornets]] during the 1998 pre-season, and the [[Toronto Raptors]] in 1999 pre-season.<ref>Rosen, Craig (1999-01-29) {{webarchive |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20070825101426/http://music.yahoo.com/read/news/12039574 |date=August 25, 2007 |title=Master P: Takes 'A Long, Long, Long Shot' At The NBA }}. music.yahoo.com</ref><ref>Rosen, Craig (1999-09-16) {{webarchive |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20061124192417/http://music.yahoo.com/read/news/12042407 |date=November 24, 2006 |title=Master P: The Rapper Becomes a Raptor }}. music.yahoo.com</ref> He also played in the [[Continental Basketball Association]] (CBA) for the [[Fort Wayne Fury]]. In 2004, he played for the ABA's [[Las Vegas Rattlers]]. He took part in the 2008 McDonald's NBA All-Star Celebrity Game and scored 17 points.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.nba.com/allstar2008/celeb_game/ |title=New Orleans Stars Win 2008 Celebrity Game |publisher=Nba.com |date=2008-02-16 |accessdate=2012-01-07}}</ref> ===Writing=== On September 1, 2007, Miller released his first book, titled ''Guaranteed Success''.<ref>https://www.amazon.com/Guaranteed-Success-Percy-Master-Miller/dp/1601621132</ref> ==Controversy== ==="Brick to a Million"=== On Master P's new track "Brick to a Million", with [[Fat Trel]] and [[Alley Boy]], Master P rapped lyrics that many interpreted as a [[Diss track|diss]] to [[Kanye West]] and [[Lil Wayne]]. On the song, he raps, "New hittas wearing dresses, f it, I ain't scared to address it, Gangstas on skateboards, I'm at the house breaking headboards, Real stand up." During an interview with Power 106's [[Big Boy's Neighborhood]], Master P cleared up misconceptions about the lyrics, stating that he was not addressing those rappers in particular but was instead talking about a [[radio station]] employee who told him he was finished. "Even that, that ain't a diss. I never made a diss record. Like I said, a lot of people, if you feel salty behind that, then I could say if the shoe fit well, I'm not afraid to address it," he said. "I just feel like in Hip Hop, we've got to stick to whether we're going to be real or we not. Like I said, I'm just addressing what I see. To be honest with you, that particular song wasn't about nobody in Hip Hop but I think people taking it like that. This was one of these guys that worked at the radio station and didn't believe in me and told me it was over for me. He ridin' up on a skateboard and got a little mini-skirt on. This a new dude into the business, and he telling me it's over for me." Master P, who was rumored to have issues with [[Cash Money Records]] back in the day, said that if the rappers took offense to the song, they might want to rethink their choices. But he insists that he has no beef with either of them. "If you feel guilty about something, then that's something you need to address about with yourself," he said. "Y'all gotta realize, we really from the streets. If there really was a feud, there would have been a problem. But I got love for [[Birdman (rapper)|Baby]] and them, [[Lil Wayne]]. They come from where I come from. It's always been a competition. Everybody want to be the best."<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.hiphopdx.com/index/news/id.22796/title.master-p-clarifies-alleged-kanye-west-lil-wayne-diss-track-brick-to-a-million | title=Master P Clarifies Alleged Kanye West & Lil Wayne Diss Track | publisher=Hiphopdx | date=Feb 5, 2013 | accessdate=14 July 2013}}</ref> ==Musical style== ===Rapping technique=== Miller has been known for his deep-toned, aggressive [[enunciation]] and his story-telling [[rhymes]] focusing on poverty, social injustice, drugs and drug dealing, police brutality, and hope.<ref name="Artistry">http://www.sohh.com/5-reasons/master-p-famous-again/</ref> Miller is also known for his catchy [[melody]] hooks.<ref name="Artistry"/> Miller is also known for carrying a theme for each of his albums and his unique musical ability to connect with his audience.<ref name="Artistry"/><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/album/ice-cream-man-mw0000178368|title=Ice Cream Man – Master P – Songs, Reviews, Credits, Awards – AllMusic|author=Jason Birchmeier|work=AllMusic|accessdate=9 March 2015}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.rollingstone.com/artists/masterp/albums/album/212723/review/5944225/mp_da_last_don|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20071002121650/http://www.rollingstone.com/artists/masterp/albums/album/212723/review/5944225/mp_da_last_don|title=Master P|archivedate=2 October 2007|publisher=|accessdate=9 March 2015}}</ref> ==Legacy== Miller has been known for not only his music but mostly for his business acumen, due to creating and branding his highly successful independent record label [[No Limit Records]], as well as his other business ventures. <ref name="nytimes.com">{{cite web|url=https://www.nytimes.com/1998/05/13/arts/gangsta-rapper-turns-entrepreneur-28-master-p-has-created-one-biggest.html|title=How a Gangsta Rapper Turns Entrepreneur; At 28, Master P Has Created One Of the Biggest Independent Labels|date=13 May 1998|work=The New York Times}}</ref><ref name="nytimes.com"/><ref>{{cite web|url=http://m.xxlmag.com/news/2012/04/happy-birthday-master-p-2/#bmb=1|title=Happy Birthday, Master P!|work=XXL|accessdate=9 March 2015}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.hip-hopvibe.com/2012/03/14/master-p-the-forgotten-hip-hop-mogul/|title=Master P: The Forgotten Hip Hop Mogul|work=Hip Hop Vibe|accessdate=9 March 2015}}</ref> Miller is held in high esteem by other rappers as well. During an interview after meeting Miller, Atlanta rapper [[2 Chainz]] stated, "This is my first time meeting [him]. I just want to let him know how he influenced the whole South in Hip-Hop." 2 Chainz went on, "We used to argue people like they ain’t understand why we appreciated Master P and his music. It was more than that. I felt like it was his grind, his hustle. He actually put music out like every week. I even heard stories about some of the songs never even being mixed before. It was just about giving the fans what they needed. And he the reason why a lot of us are here, including myself." .<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.vibe.com/article/exclusive-2-chainz-has-fan-moment-master-p-2013-bet-awards|title=Exclusive: 2 Chainz Has A Fan Moment With Master P at 2013 BET Awards|work=Vibe|accessdate=9 March 2015}}</ref> ==Accolades and honors== In 1999, Master P won the award for "Favorite Rap/Hip-Hop Artist" at the [[American Music Awards]]. In 2005 Miller was ranked at #36 by [[VH1]] in their list of ''50 Greatest Hip Hop Artists''.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.vh1.com/shows/the_greatest/episode.jhtml?episodeID=65574|title=Ep. 068 – 50 Greatest Hip Hop Artists (50-1) (2 Hours) – The Greatest – Episode Summary, Highlights, and Recaps – VH1.com|publisher=|accessdate=9 March 2015}}</ref> On September 29, 2008 Miller's single "[[Make Em Say Ugh]]" would be ranked at #94 by [[VH1]] in their list of ''100 Greatest Hip-Hop Songs''.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.stereogum.com/24391/vh1s_100_greatest_hiphop_songs-2/list/|title=VH1’s 100 Greatest Hip-Hop Songs|work=Stereogum|accessdate=9 March 2015}}</ref> [[BET]] named Miller #28 in the 'The Most Influential Rappers of All Time'.<ref>http://www.bet.com/music/photos/2011/09/50-most-influential-rappers.photo2.html#!090611-music-most-influential-rappers-master-p</ref> [[BET]] would also list Miller as one of 'The 25 Influential Black Music Execs'.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www6.betstatic.com/music/photos/2013/06/25-influential-black-music-execs.html#!111411-music-controversial-hip-hop-grammys-moments-steve-stout|title=25 Influential Black Music Execs|date=3 June 2013|work=BET.com|accessdate=9 March 2015}}</ref> In November, 2011 Miller's son [[Romeo Miller]] would perform at the 2010 [[Hip Hop Honors]], along with his brother [[Rich Boyz|Valentino Miller]], his cousins [[Rich Boyz|Lil' D]] and [[Black Don]], and his uncle [[Silkk The Shocker]], as well as [[Trina]], [[Gucci Mane]], and [[Mystikal]] to honor Master P and [[No Limit Records]].<ref>{{cite web|author= |url=http://www.vh1.com/video/shows/2010-hip-hop-honors/525475/2010-hip-hop-honors-tribute-performance-master-p.jhtml |title="2010: Hip Hop Honors Tribute Performance: Master P" &#124; Show Clip |work=VH1 |accessdate=November 19, 2011}}</ref> On December 11, 2012, DJ 5150 and DJ Hektik released a tribute mixtape to Master P titled ''Uptown Veteran''.<ref>{{cite web | last = | first = | title = Mixtape Release Dates: Papoose, Master P, Red Cafe, Birdman | publisher = HipHop DX | url = http://www.hiphopdx.com/index/news/id.22064/title.mixtape-release-dates-papoose-master-p-red-cafe-birdman | date = | accessdate = 3 December 2012 }}</ref> On July 10, 2013, Miller was inducted into the [[Louisiana Music Hall of Fame]], making him the first hip hop artist to be inducted.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://xxlmag.com/news/2013/07/master-p-becomes-first-rapper-inducted-into-the-louisiana-music-hall-of-fame/#bmb=1|title=Master P Becomes First Rapper Inducted Into The Louisiana Music Hall of Fame|work=XXL}}</ref> On January 20, 2015, Montreal R&B/Hip Hop artist Xav released a song with Master P called "Bout It Bout It", from his upcoming ''Zeeky EP'', paying homage to Master P's 1995 international hit. The music video, which also features Master P, premiered on Vibe.com the same day.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.vibe.com/article/premiere-xav-feat-master-p-bout-it-bout-it-video|title=Premiere: XAV Feat. Master P ‘Bout It Bout It’ (Video)|work=Vibe|accessdate=9 March 2015}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.blakmusicfirst.fr/2015/01/video-premiere-xav-bout-it-bout-it-feat-master-p.html|title=Video Premiere: XAV – Bout It Bout It (Feat. Master P)|work=BlakMusicFirst|accessdate=9 March 2015}}</ref> On June 9, 2016, fellow well known American artist [[Usher (singer)|Usher]] would release a new single titled "[[No Limit (Usher song)|No Limit]]", from his album ''[[Hard II Love]]'', the song would reference & pay homage to Master P's 1996 international hit "[[Make 'Em Say Uhh!]]" & Master P's [[No Limit Records]] release ''[[Ghetto D]]'', Master P would also be featured on the official remix of the song titled "No Limit (G-Mix)" with [[2 Chainz]], [[A$AP Ferg]], [[Gucci Mane]] & [[Travis Scott]]. ==Personal life== ===Philanthropy=== Miller has dedicated his time to communities through P. Miller Youth Centers and his P. Miller Food Foundation for the Homeless. On July 12, 2005, Willie W. Herenton Jr, the mayor of [[Memphis, Tennessee]] presented Miller with the key to the city.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.hiphopdx.com/index/news/id.7452/title.memphis-mayor-presents-master-p-with-key-to-the-city|title=Memphis Mayor Presents Master P With Key To The City|author=HipHopDX|date=5 August 2008|work=HipHopDX|accessdate=9 March 2015}}</ref> On April 27, 2010 Miller along with his son [[Romeo Miller|Romeo]] was awarded the Certificate of Special Recognition, from Congress member [[Maxine Waters]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.ballerstatus.com/2010/04/27/romeo-master-p-help-launch-healthy-lifestyle-tour-aimed-at-kids-in-los-angeles/|title=Romeo, Master P Help Launch Healthy Lifestyle Tour Aimed at Kids in Los Angeles|work=BallerStatus.com|accessdate=9 March 2015}}</ref> In November 2016 Robert Pack and Percy Miller ( Master P ) formed Team H.O.P.E. NOLA, an acronym for "Helping Our Players Excel." The players are 20 at-risk males ages 12–15 chosen from local schools in New Orleans, Louisiana that selected the participants. But instead of Pack and Master P coaching this team about the game of basketball, they’ll instead focus on the game of life. http://teamhopenola.org/ ===Family=== In 1989 he married Sonya with whom he has seven children, including [[Romeo Miller|Percy Romeo Miller, Jr.]] and [[Cymphonique Miller]]. They divorced in 2014.<ref name=":0" /><ref>{{Cite news|url=http://hiphopdx.com/news/id.36554/title.master-p-addresses-divorce-with-estranged-wife-sonya-miller|title=Master P Addresses Divorce With Sonya Miller|last=http://hiphopdx.com|first=HipHopDX -|newspaper=HipHopDX|language=en-US|access-date=2016-12-03}}</ref> Rappers [[Silkk the Shocker]] and [[C-Murder]] are his brothers.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.celebfamily.com/entertainment/master-p-family.html|title=Master P – Family, Family Tree|website=www.celebfamily.com|access-date=2016-12-03}}</ref> ===Politics=== In late 2007, Miller got actively involved in politics, whereby he supported and encouraged voter participation.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.hiphop-elements.com/article/read/4/6866/1/|title=Master P. Endorses Barack Obama; Issues Challenge To Media – HipHop-Elements.com|publisher=|accessdate=9 March 2015}}</ref> Miller was an early supporter for the candidacy of Illinois senator and subsequent U.S. president [[Barack Obama]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://allhiphop.com/2007/09/11/master-p-pays-oprah-a-visit-attends-barack-obama-fundraiser/|title=AllHipHop " Master P. Pays Oprah A Visit; Attends Barack Obama Fundraiser|work=AllHipHop|accessdate=9 March 2015}}</ref> On December 30, 2010 it was announced that Miller and his son [[Romeo (American entertainer)|Romeo]] would attend and host an event with [[Michelle Obama]] for Anti-Obesity.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2010/12/30/rap-artists-master-p-lil-romeo-to-promote-michelle-obama-anti-obesity/|title=Rap Artists Master P, Lil' Romeo to Promote Michelle Obama Anti-Obesity Initiative|author=Wes Barrett|work=Fox News|accessdate=9 March 2015}}</ref> ==Discography== {{Main article|Master P discography|TRU discography|504 Boyz discography}} ===Studio albums=== *1991: ''[[Get Away Clean]]'' *1992: ''[[Mama's Bad Boy]]'' *1994: ''[[The Ghettos Tryin to Kill Me!]]'' *1995: ''[[99 Ways to Die (album)|99 Ways to Die]]'' *1996: ''[[Ice Cream Man (album)|Ice Cream Man]]'' *1997: ''[[Ghetto D]]'' *1998: ''[[MP da Last Don]]'' *1999: ''[[Only God Can Judge Me]]'' *2000: ''[[Ghetto Postage]]'' *2001: ''[[Game Face]]'' *2004: ''[[Good Side, Bad Side (Master P album)|Good Side, Bad Side]]'' *2005: ''[[Ghetto Bill]]'' *2013: ''[[The Gift (Master P album)|The Gift]]'' *2015: ''[[Empire, from the Hood to Hollywood]]'' *2017: ''The Grind Don't Stop'' *TBA: ''Ice Cream Man 2: The Streets'' *TBA: ''Ice Cream Man 3: The Hustle'' *TBA: ''Ice Cream Man 4: The Lifestyle *TBA: ''Boss of All Bosses'' ==Independent albums== *2005: ''[[Living Legend: Certified D-Boy]]'' ==Filmography== {{col-begin}} {{col-2}} ===Films=== {| class="wikitable" |- ! Year !! Title !! Role !! Notes |- | 1997 || ''[[I'm Bout It]]'' || Perry McKnight || Main role |- | rowspan="3" | 1998 || ''[[MP Da Last Don (film)|MP Da Last Don]]'' || Nino || Main role |- | ''[[I Got the Hook Up]]'' || Black || Main role |- | ''[[The Players Club]]'' || Guy || Supporting Role |- | rowspan="3" | 1999 || ''[[Hot Boyz (film)|Hot Boyz]]'' || Moe || Supporting role |- | ''[[Foolish (film)|Foolish]]'' || Quentin "Fifty Dollah" Waise || Main role |- | ''[[No Tomorrow (film)|No Tomorrow]]'' || Maker || Main role |- | rowspan="3" | 2000 || ''[[Track Down]]'' || Brad || Supporting role |- | ''[[Gone in 60 Seconds (2000 film)|Gone in 60 Seconds]]'' || Johnnie B. || Cameo |- | ''[[Lockdown (2000 film)|Lockdown]]'' || Clean Up || Main role |- | 2002 || ''[[Undisputed (film)|Undisputed]]'' || Gat Boyz Rapper 1 || Cameo |- | rowspan="2" | 2003 || ''[[Dark Blue (movie)|Dark Blue]]'' || Maniac || Supporting role |- | ''[[Hollywood Homicide]]'' || Julius Armas || Supporting role |- | rowspan="2" | 2004 || ''[[Scary Movie 3]]'' || Himself || Cameo |- | ''Uncle P'' || Uncle P || Main role |- | 2004 || ''Still Bout It'' || Perry McKnight || Main role |- | 2006 || ''Repos'' || Tee || Main role |- | 2007 || ''[[Toxic (film)|Toxic]]'' || Angel || Supporting role |- | 2007 || ''[[Paroled]]'' || Big Al || Main Role |- | 2007 || ''Black Supaman'' || Bernard Jr. || Main Role |- | 2008 ||''Internet Dating''|| Trey || Supporting role |- | 2008 ||''[[Soccer Mom (film)|Soccer Mom]]''|| Wally || Main role |- | 2011 || ''Knock Knock Killer''|| Pimp P || Supporting role |- | rowspan="1" | 2016 || ''The Ice Cream Man:King of the South''|| Master P || Main role |- | rowspan="1" | TBA || ''Repos 2'' || Tee || Main role |} {{col-2}} ===Television=== {| class="wikitable" |- ! Year !! Title !! Role !! Notes |- | 1999 || ''[[Linc's]]'' ||Himself || Lovers and Other Traitors |- | 1999 || ''[[Malcolm & Eddie]]'' ||Mister O || 1 episode, season 3 episode 17 "Bad Fellas" |- | 2000 || ''[[Louis Theroux's Weird Weekends]]'' ||As himself || 1 episode, series 3 episode 6 "Gangsta Rap" |- | 2000 || ''[[Moesha]]'' ||Patience || 4 Episodes |- | 2000 || ''[[Roseanne (TV series)|Roseanne]]'' ||Himself || |- | 2001 || ''[[Dark Angel (TV series)|Dark Angel]]'' || Duvailer || 1 episode, season 1 episode 10 "Art Attack" |- | 2001 || ''[[The Hughleys]]'' || Himself || I'm Dreaming of a Slight Christmas |- | 2001 || ''[[Oz (TV series)|Oz]]'' || Curtis Bennett || 1 episode, season 4 episode 14 "Orpheus Descending" |- | 2002 || ''[[MADtv]]'' || Himself || Season 7: Episode 19 |- | 2002 || ''[[Girlfriends (U.S. TV series)|Girlfriends]]'' || Himself || X Does Not Mark The Spot |- | 2003 || ''[[Doggy Fizzle Televizzle]]'' || Himself || Season 1: Episode 5 |- | 2003–2006 || ''[[Romeo!]]'' || Percy Miller || Main role |- | 2004 || ''[[CSI: NY]]'' || Kevin Vick || 1 episode, season 1 episode 4 "Grand Master" |- | 2006 || ''[[Dancing with the Stars (U.S. season 2)|Dancing with the Stars: Season 2]] '' ||Contestant|| Competed after his son [[Romeo Miller|Romeo]] was unable to compete due to an injury |- | 2009 || ''[[Robot Chicken]]'' || Nicks Friend || President Evil |- | 2009 || ''No Excuses'' || As himself || 1 episode |- | 2015–present || ''Master P's Family Empire'' || As himself || |- | 2015–present || ''Growing Up Hip Hop'' || As himself || Season 1: Episode 1 |- |} {{col-end}} ==See also== * [[Hip hop music]] * [[No Limit Records]] * [[TRU (group)|TRU]] * [[504 Boyz]] * [[Universal Music Group]] * [[GoDigital Media Group]] ==References== {{reflist|30em}} ==External links== *[http://nolimitforeverrecords.com/ Official website] *[http://www.trutanksoldiers.com/ Official Promo Site - 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