Bernard Greene (September 28, 1965 – January 21, 2023), known professionally as B.G. the Prince of Rap, was an American rapper and singer. He found moderate success in Germany, where he resided after being stationed there through the United States Army. Greene was born in Washington, D.C., United States. After graduating from high school, he joined the U.S. Army and was stationed in Germany in 1985. Musical career Greene achieved his most notable success in 1991 with the single "This Beat Is Hot", which reached number one on the U. Read more on Last.fm