Yasiin Bey
Yasiin Bey, formerly known as Mos Def, is an American rapper, actor, and activist known for his socially conscious lyrics and involvement in various humanitarian causes. He emerged in the late 1990s as a prominent figure in hip hop, blending genres and addressing issues such as race, identity, and social justice. Bey has received critical acclaim for both his music and his performances in films and television.
Not in the pool (under ¢1).
Recent news mentions
Yasiin Bey continues to perform tracks by MF Doom, contributing to his lasting legacy.
Unmasking US rap iconoclast MF Doom’s final years in West Yorkshire | Hip-hop
United Kingdom· 2026-02-10
Yasiin Bey (formerly known as Mos Def) is known for his performance as part of the duo Black Star.
Mohsen Sharifian, Lian band, Supergrass and Tangerine Dream
Australia· 2025-06-12
Yasiin Bey, formerly known as Mos Def, is performing with Talib Kweli at Carriageworks.
The best gigs to see in Sydney in June 2025Australia· 2025-06-01
Yasiin Bey, the artist formerly known as Mos Def, is showcasing his new project, Forensics, during Paris fashion week.
‘The music industry is as cold blooded as Scrooge McDuck’: the return of rapper Yasiin Bey | Yasiin Bey (Mos Def)United Kingdom· 2025-02-21
Yasiin Bey has performed with De La Soul after the passing of Trugoy.
‘Hip-hop was like dog years. You’d be over by your third album’: De La Soul on grief, Gorillaz and never giving up | De La SoulUnited Kingdom· 2025-02-14
Yasiin Bey, formerly known as Mos Def, questioned the sustainability of Drake's commercial dominance.
After Kendrick Lamar’s sweep of the Grammys, Sunday’s key Super Bowl matchup is Lamar versus Drake
Canada· 2025-02-09
