Cypress Hill

Cypress Hill, a hip-hop group originating from South Gate, California, was formed in 1988. This group, which has sold over 20 million albums worldwide, is acknowledged for both their multi-platinum and platinum certifications. Contributing substantially to West Coast hip hop and 1990s hip hop, they have been critically acclaimed for their first five albums. Cypress Hill has been an advocate for both medical and recreational use of cannabis in the United States. In 2019, they made history as the first hip-hop group to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

The group proved their musical prowess early on, signing a record deal with Ruffhouse Records in 1989 and releasing their self-titled first album in 1991, which sold two million copies in the United States. Their second album, "Black Sunday," debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 in 1993 and contained the hit single "Insane in the Brain," which became a crossover hit and received a Grammy nomination. Cypress Hill continued to release successful albums throughout the 1990s and 2000s, including "III: Temples of Boom," "IV," and "Skull & Bones," which blended rap and rock genres, all of which achieved chart success and further established their reputation in the music industry.

Throughout their career, Cypress Hill has been recognized for their contributions to hip hop music and culture. They've been awarded the Best Rap Group by Rolling Stone in 1994, and have received multiple Grammy nominations. Their impact has been broad, influencing a range of artists from Eminem to Post Malone and Korn. Their music has also been featured in popular culture, including the song "Hit 'Em High" on the Space Jam Soundtrack and the track "Just Another Victim" for WWF. Cypress Hill is not only a testament to longevity in the music industry but also a symbol of cultural influence and advocacy.