L-U-V 

L-U-V, the stage name of Alabama artist Larry McAdams Jr., is an independent hip-hop artist known for, motivational lyrics, and melodic Southern rap. Inspired by legends like 2Pac, Nas, Scarface, and several others. L-U-V began pursuing music at age 13 after meeting a music producer who encouraged his talent. After losing his mother at nine years old, music became both an outlet and a purpose. Influenced deeply by 2Pac’s “Dear Mama,” L-U-V dedicated himself to songwriting, recording, and building his craft throughout his teenage years. Performing in talent shows across Alabama and California helped him gain confidence and connect with audiences. He later built his own home studio and continued developing his sound independently. L-U-V has released songs including “Let’s Get It,” “Made,” “Callin,” and “She Bad,” while building over 10,000 Instagram followers and 2 million+ social media views. He is currently working on new projects and seeking collaborations with artists, producers, and songwriters worldwide.