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Before he was traipsing around Paris with girlfriend and soon-to-be baby mama, Kim Kardashian, Kanye West was born in Atlanta and raised in Chicago (though he had a few years in China, as well). West got his musical start in 1996 as a producer for local Chicago artists...

Fall Out Boy were at the forefront of the pop-punk scene in their heyday -- and the Chi-town natives are back there now that they've reconvened for 'Save Rock And Roll.' Bassist and lyricist Pete Wentz and guitarist Joe Trohman formed Fall Out Boy in late 2001...

Known for his smooth voice and even smoother lyrics on bedroom anthems like 'Birthday Sex,' R&B hit maker Jeremih is a born and bred Chicagoan. The 25-year-old crooner (full name Jeremih Felton) was born into a "musically-inclined" family and quickly developed a love for not only singing, but also playing instruments like piano, saxophone, and many more. "M...

The Plain White T's may have recently adopted a sunny, California pop sound, but don't be fooled! The band hail from the snowy, windy city of Chicago and are proud of it. Frontman and guitarist Tom Higgenson was in a slew of bands during his formative years, joining forces with bassist Ken Fletcher and inviting drummer Tirio to form what became the first incarnation of the Plain White T's in 1997.

R. Kelly was born in Chicago as Robert Sylvester Kelly, busking under Chicago's L trains as a teen before hitting it big. Kelly made his musical debut in 1992 with the group Public Announcement, before flying solo in 1993 with his album '12Play...

Kaskade, born Ryan Raddon, called Chicago home when he was growing up. Though he actually resided right outside the city, in the suburban town of Evanston, Ill., he spent his formative years in the big city before becoming quite the jet-setter -- even before he actually became famous...

Common was born Lonnie Rashid Lynn, Jr. in -- you guessed it! -- Chicago. When he was still a kid going by Lonnie, he even had a job working for the Chicago Bulls. The guy's got city pride all over him! Debuting in the rap game in 1992 under the moniker Common Sense, he maintained a steady underground following before having to change his stage name to just Common, following a lawsuit from a regga

Chicago natives Krewella are taking the EDM scene by storm. The trio, comprised of songwriters and vocalist sisters Jahan and Yasmine Yousaf, as well as producer Kris "Rain Man" Trindl, formed in 2007. In 2012, the group self-released their EP 'Play Hard,' generating enough buzz to make their latest single, 'Alive,' absolutely explode...

Beyonce may be the Queen Bey, but Jennifer Hudson is the dreamiest of 'Dream Girls.' Hudson was born and raised in Chicago, where she began singing in her church choir at just 7 years old. Hudson went on to score a record deal with independent Chicago label Righteous Records in 2002, but was released from the five-year contract in 2004 so she could audition for Season 3 of 'American Idol... Read M

Lupe Fiasco, born Wasalu Muhammad Jaco, was born in Chicago, where he saw and experienced more by the time he hit middle school than most people see in a lifetime. As a result, the city plays a role in his lyrics, outlook and attitudes. The rapper described his childhood as one that was enlightening, if terrifying on the outside...