Lil Wayne is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, record executive, entrepreneur, and actor. He is one of the most successful and influential hip hop artists of all time, having sold over 120 million records worldwide. He is best known for his solo career, as well as his collaborations with other artists such as Drake, Nicki Minaj, and T.I. He has released numerous albums, mixtapes, and singles, including the critically acclaimed Tha Carter series. He is also the founder of Young Money Entertainment, a record label he founded in 2003.