Wasalu “Lupe Fiasco” Jaco

While musical genius and ingenuity are at the forefront of Lupe Fiasco’s achievements, the artist extends his innovation to projects that aim to foster creative discourse and opportunities in underprivileged and impoverished communities. His continued efforts to elevate community engagement can be seen through the myriad of movements he has co-founded and supported. As the co-founder and co-owner of community initiatives such as We Are M.U.R.A.L and The Neighborhood Start-Up Fund, Lupe Fiasco serves as a committed facilitator of intellectual community discourse and outreach. Furthering his efforts in community engagement and mentorship, Lupe Fiasco co-founded the Society of Spoken Art, which unites aspiring lyricists with established artists, who act as mentors to inspire the mastery of linguistics and semiotics. His latest effort – Studio SV – marks Lupe Fiasco’s global expansion through the venture company in Hong Kong that will develop, produce and finance innovative content.