Fugees

The Profile

Fugees are an American hip hop group from South Orange, New Jersey, formed by Lauryn Hill, Wyclef Jean, and Prakazrel “Pras” Michel. Their debut Blunted on Reality (1994) was followed by The Score (1996), a landmark album blending hip hop with reggae and soul, earning two Grammys and multi‑platinum sales.

Members: Lauryn Hill, Wyclef Jean, Prakazrel “Pras” Michel. Origin: South Orange, New Jersey, USA. The Score (1996) sold 17 million copies and won two Grammy Awards (Best Rap Album; Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal for Killing Me Softly). Debut album: Blunted on Reality (1994).

Two reviews chart the rise of Fugees from a solid debut (Blunted on Reality, 1994) to the acclaimed The Score (1996). Critics highlight the blend of hip hop, reggae, dub and soul, with Lauryn Hill’s voice front and center. Standout tracks include Ready or Not, Fu-Gee-La, and the covers Killing Me Softly and No Woman, No Cry. The Score earned two Grammys and sold 17 million copies.