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Wyclef Jean is a Haitian musician, rapper, and producer who rose to international prominence in the 1990s as a founding member of the hip‑hop trio The Fugees, alongside Lauryn Hill and Pras Michel. The group achieved huge success with the album The Score (1996), a multi‑platinum record regarded as a landmark for blending rap, soul, and Caribbean influences, which propelled its members to wider recognition.

After The Fugees split, Wyclef established a solo career with albums such as The Carnival (1997) and The Ecleftic (2000), which mixed diverse rhythms and earned him Grammy nominations; over his career he has won three Grammys and received humanitarian awards. He is also known for prominent collaborations, including the megahit "Hips Don’t Lie" with Shakira, and for work with artists such as Whitney Houston and Destiny’s Child, as well as participation in benefit projects.

Active as a songwriter and producer, Jean alternates albums in English and Haitian Creole, exploring cultural and social themes; he has written music for film and taken part in relief initiatives for Haiti. His artistic legacy includes commercial hits, influence on genre fusion, and increased international visibility for music of Haitian origin.