Plies is a famous American rapper. Almost all the songs he released became hits. Plies albums were typical for a rapper, including lyrics and songs about social life, gangsters, how great he is and how difficult life can be. Plies lyrics are written by him and are inspired by his life experience and activities. Ever since Plies was a teenager, he liked rap a lot and in time, he fought for his dream.

At present, Plies released four albums, 10 singles, 25 music videos and 12 featured singles. Plies, as well as many other fresh artists started to be famous also for his collaboration with other music celebrities. Although people and fans know him by his stage name, the real name of Plies is Algernod Lanier Washington. His musical activity was very intense and he managed to be one of the most famous and popular rap artists in the world. His albums are The Real Testament, Definition of the Real, DA Realist, Goon Affiliated and Purple Heart. The artist was nominated at the Grammy Awards for the Best Rap Performance by A Duo or a Group. Plies was nominated several times for his albums, this being the proof that he is very famous and appreciated.

His life, as well as that of other rappers, was not a smooth one. The latest scandal Plies is involved in was because of shooting in a bar where several people were injured. He and his brother were involved and were sued. His brother received a sentence of three years of prison. Plies said that others wanted to make money illegally and accused him, exaggerating. Nonetheless, Plies public image  was affected by this scandal, but it is not something unusual for a rapper. He will be famous anyhow and will continue to write songs and collaborate with other famous artists. He is very focused on his career and wants to release more and more songs that will also become hits in the entire world and will have more fans.