Busta Rhymes photographed by Tee Max

The Ascension Years

Busta Rhymes

From a series of images that best illustrate the phenomenon that regularly killed emcees on their own songs. One of hip hop's original kings of the guest feature. A singular force of nature, both physically and lyrically. Busta knew his brand, which he professionally and expertly projected into the lens. I almost passed out from joyous exhilaration when I got these back from the lab and saw them for the first time. Busta Rhymes is an American rapper known for his rapid-fire delivery, high-energy performances and influential guest features. Taken 1997