Born in Hempstead, NY, Classic began writing poetry influenced by Shel Silverstein at the age of 8. An eighth grade English class assignment influenced him to write his first rap. This would be his first, because in his Jehovah's Witness household, rap music and especially the idea of him rapping was not an option. However his success in his school project that required a rap began a cycle of the tough guys wanting to battle him, which caused large cafeteria crowds and increased his popularity in school.
These are photos from concerts where Chris Classic played, so they may be of other bands that played the concert as well.
Zapp Band / Shirley Murdock / Sheneatha Frison / Lamar Harris / Tamika Williams / Chris Classic Jan 1, 2010 St. Louis, Missouri, United States Uploaded by Louise Halsey
