by C. F. Earl (Author)

In a very short time, rapper Macklemore and his music-making partner Ryan Lewis seemed to take over the pop world. Giant hit songs like "Thrift Shop" and "Can't Hold Us"-as well as the successful album The Heist-have earned Macklemore fans of all ages. Find out the facts of Macklemore's life, from growing up listening to hip-hop to becoming one of the most successful rappers working in music. Discover how Macklemore became the star that millions of fans around the world love today.