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Kurtis Walker (born August 9, 1959), known professionally by his stage name Kurtis Blow, is an American rapper, songwriter, and record producer. Walker is the first commercially successful rapper and the first to sign with a major record label. "The Breaks", a single from his 1980 self-titled debut album, is the first certified gold record rap song. Over his career he released 17 albums. He is an ordained minister. He also serves as leader of the group Hip Hop Alliance.... [more on Wikipedia]

As a songwriter, Kurtis Blow first charted in 1979 with Christmas Rappin'.The artist placed 6 songs on the Billboard Hot 100.The artist scored 9 UK Top‑75 entries.On US Dance the artist achieved 1 Top‑10.On US RnB the artist achieved 2 Top‑10s, 1 of which peaked at number‑one.