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William James Adams Jr. (born March 15, 1975), known professionally as will.i.am, is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, record producer, DJ, and entrepreneur. He is best known as a founding member of the musical group Black Eyed Peas. Throughout his career, he has also worked as a voice actor and television personality.
Mini Bio
William James Adams Jr., known professionally as will.i.am, is a founding member of the Black Eyed Peas. He is a rapper, singer, songwriter, record producer, DJ, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. Beyond his musical contributions to the group, he has also established a successful solo career and worked extensively with other artists.
Early Life
Born in Los Angeles, California, will.i.am grew up in the Boyle Heights housing projects. He met future bandmate Allan Pineda (apl.de.ap) in high school.
Career
will.i.am co-founded the Black Eyed Peas, initially as Atban Klann, in 1992. The group later evolved into the Black Eyed Peas, achieving global success with hits like "Where Is The Love?", "I Gotta Feeling," and "Boom Boom Pow." He has also released several solo albums and produced for artists like Michael Jackson, Usher, and Britney Spears.
Personal Life
will.i.am is known for his futuristic fashion sense and his involvement in various philanthropic endeavors, particularly in education and technology.
Awards
will.i.am, as part of the Black Eyed Peas, has won numerous awards, including seven Grammy Awards, eight American Music Awards, and three MTV Video Music Awards.
Channel Credits
Official YouTube channel of the Black Eyed Peas. Watch iconic music videos, behind-the-scenes moments, and hits like Where Is The Love, I Gotta Feeling, and more.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is William Adams in the context of the Black Eyed Peas YouTube channel?
William Adams, known professionally as will.i.am, is a founding member of the Black Eyed Peas and is featured on their official YouTube channel.
What role does will.i.am play in the Black Eyed Peas?
Will.i.am is a rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer for the Black Eyed Peas.
When was the Black Eyed Peas YouTube channel created?
The Black Eyed Peas YouTube channel was created in February 2007.
What are some notable songs by the Black Eyed Peas featured on their YouTube channel?
Notable songs by the Black Eyed Peas on their YouTube channel include 'Where Is The Love?', 'I Gotta Feeling', 'Boom Boom Pow', and 'My Humps'.
What is will.i.am's birth name?
Will.i.am's birth name is William James Adams Jr.
What is the professional background of will.i.am outside of the Black Eyed Peas?
Outside of the Black Eyed Peas, will.i.am is also a DJ, entrepreneur, voice actor, and television personality.
What genre of music do the Black Eyed Peas primarily produce?
The Black Eyed Peas produce music that blends hip-hop, pop, electro, and world beats.
When was will.i.am born?
Will.i.am was born on March 15, 1975.
What are William James Adams's YouTube stats across all credited channels?
As of 2025, William YouTube channels collectively have over 513.6M subscribers, more than 513,019.0M views, and have uploaded over 7.8K videos.
First name
William
Middle name*
James
Last name
Adams
Nickname
will.i.am
Birthdate
March 15, 1975
Age 50
Birth location
Los Angeles, CA, US
Location
US
Heigth
1.78 meter
Years active
2007 - present
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