Andres “Dres” Titus

Andres “Dres” Titus is an American hip hop artist known as the lead rapper of the alternative hip hop duo Black Sheep and a solo recording artist, recognized for his contributions to the Native Tongues collective. After forming the influential hip hop duo Black Sheep in 1989 with William ‘Mista Lawnge’ McLean, Andres ‘Dres’ Titus rapidly established himself as a prominent voice within the alternative hip hop landscape. Dres, known for his lyrical prowess, made an early impact with a feature on De La Soul’s seminal 1991 album, De La Soul Is Dead, on the track ‘Fanatic of the B Word.’ This paved the way for Black Sheep’s critically acclaimed debut album, A Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing, released later in 1991. The album spawned international hit singles including ‘Flavor of the Month,’ ‘The Choice Is Yours (Revisited),’ and ‘Strobelite Honey,’ with the latter two achieving significant chart success in 1992, reaching No.

Andres ‘Dres’ Titus released his latest album, Tortured Soul, in 2018, continuing to showcase his distinctive lyricism and artistic evolution. As a respected figure within the hip-hop community, Dres remains an active advocate for the recognition and support of foundational artists, reinforcing his legacy as a pioneer and a steadfast voice in the genre.