LL Cool J was born on 14 Jan 1968 in Bay Shore, New York, U.S.. His birth name was James Todd Smith. His is also called LL Cool J.

He is a rapper and actor.He has also appeared in several films. LL Cool J is one of a few hip-hop stars of his era to sustain a successful recording career for more than two decades, with more recent singles.He has released twelve studio albums and a greatest hits compilation so far, with his latest album being 2008's Exit 13, the last for LL's record deal with Def Jam Recordings.

LL Cool J released the following albums including All World 2 (2009), Exit 13 [Explicit Lyrics] (2008), Todd Smith (2006), Tribute To LL Cool J's Greatest Hits (2005), Headsprung (2004), The DEFinition (2004), 10 (2003), Luv U Better (2002), G.O.A.T. Featuring James T. Smith: The Greatest of All Time (2000), Phenomenon (1997), Father (1997), All World: Greatest Hits (1996), Loungin (1996), Mr. Smith (1995), Bigger and Deffer (1995), Walking With a Panther (1995), Radio (1995), 14 Shots to the Dome (1994) and Mama Said Knock You Out (1990).