Everlast

Everlast is the stage name of Erik Francis Schrody, an American rapper and singer who first came up as a founding member of the hip-hop group House of Pain. Born in Los Angeles in 1969, he started rapping in his teens, influenced by early hip-hop acts like Run-DMC and LL Cool J. In 1990, he formed House of Pain with Danny Boy and DJ Lethal, and their 1992 debut album 'Fine Malt Lyrics' included the hit 'Jump Around,' which became a staple of the era.

After House of Pain disbanded in 1996, Everlast went solo. His 1998 album 'Whitey Ford Sings the Blues' shifted toward more introspective material, moving away from the party anthems of his earlier work. That same year, he released 'What It's Like,' a song that tackled themes of inner-city struggle and personal hardship, which connected with a broad audience and defined his solo output.

In the years since, Everlast has continued to record, with songs like 'Life's A Bitch' and 'The Rain' reflecting his blend of rap and singer-songwriter styles. His career has included some public controversies, but he's mostly kept a lower profile, focusing on music that mixes social commentary with personal reflection.