N.O.R.E., born Victor Santiago, is a Queens-based rapper and hip-hop pioneer who rose to prominence in the 1990s as a member of the legendary group Capone-N-Noreaga. Known for his distinctive voice and gritty street narratives, he delivered hits like "Banned from T.V." and "Superthug" that became staples of East Coast hip-hop. Beyond his solo career, N.O.R.E. has remained influential in hip-hop culture and entrepreneurship, continuing to perform and collaborate with artists across generations.
