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MC Hammer MC 해머

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Stanley Kirk Burrell (born March 30, 1962), better known by his stage name MC Hammer (or simply Hammer), is an American rapper and dancer. He is known for hit songs such as "U Can't Touch This", "Pray", "2 Legit 2 Quit" and "Pumps and a Bump", as well as flashy dance movements, extravagant choreography and his namesake Hammer pants. Remembered for a rapid rise to fame, Hammer has also become an entrepreneur and celebrity spokesperson. A multi-award winner, he is considered a "forefather" and pioneering innovator of pop rap (incorporating elements of freestyle music).

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MC Hammer (MC 해머) — verified Korean artist. Agency: Death Row Records.

Details

• Genre: hip-hop, pop rap, dance music
• Awards: Golden Raspberry Award for Worst Original Song, Grammy Award for Best Music Video
• Birth Name: Stanley Kirk Burrell
• Born: March 30, 1962
• Profession: Rapper and dancer
• Known For: Hit songs such as "U Can't Touch This", "Pray", "2 Legit 2 Quit" and "Pumps and a Bump"
• Birth Date: 1962년 3월 30일
• Nationality: 미국
• Debut: 1987년

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• MusicBrainz lists the Korean name as MC Hammer; KoreaAPI uses MC 해머 (chosen by source authority).

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