Genre: Hip Hop/Rap
Joseph Foreman (born July 29, 1974), better known by his stage name Afroman, is a Grammy nominated American comedy rapper who came to prominence with his singles "Because I Got High" and "Crazy Rap". Initially unknown when beginning his career, his song "Because I Got High" circulated around the Internet before becoming a hit worldwide. He was nominated for a Grammy award in 2002.
He was born and raised in Palmdale, California. He began rapping in the eighth grade, and in his church he played drums and guitar. For a short time, he worked as a baggage handler at an airport.
Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Afroman