Chali 2na is an American rapper and visual artist best known for his unmistakably deep baritone voice and sharp, rhythmic delivery. He rose to prominence as a founding member of the alternative hip-hop group Jurassic 5, whose blend of classic rap harmonies and turntablism produced influential albums like Quality Control and Power in Numbers. With Jurassic 5 he helped revive old-school crew dynamics in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Beyond the group, Chali 2na has collaborated with artists such as Mos Def, Blackalicious, Linkin Park, DJ Shadow, and Ozomatli, while releasing solo projects and touring globally.