Will.i.am established himself as a multifaceted artist and innovator, first co-founding Atban Klann in 1992, which later evolved into the globally renowned Black Eyed Peas in 1997. As the group’s frontman and primary producer, he spearheaded their transformation into a multi-platinum, Grammy Award-winning phenomenon following the addition of Fergie in the early 2000s. Key albums like ‘Elephunk’ (2003), ‘Monkey Business’ (2005), ‘The E.N.D.’ (2009), and ‘The Beginning’ (2010) collectively spawned numerous international hit singles and earned the group multiple Grammy Awards. Concurrently, Will.i.am launched a successful solo career with albums such as ‘Lost Change’ (2001), ‘Must B 21’ (2003), ‘Songs About Girls’ (2007), and ‘#willpower’ (2013), featuring collaborations with artists including Britney Spears.
In 2020, he collaborated on the impactful project ‘Sing for Life.’ In a testament to his ongoing pursuit of knowledge and business acumen, Will.i.am enrolled at Harvard Business School in 2023, successfully completing his studies and graduating in April 2024. He continues to be a prominent figure on ‘The Voice UK’ and remains a leading voice in both the music and technology industries, leveraging his influence as a multi-hyphenate artist, entrepreneur, and philanthropist to drive innovation and social change.