Noreaga is the stage name of hardcore New York rapper Victor Santiago, also
known as N.O.R.E. He came to prominence as part of the duo Capone-n-Noriega, who
released the striking debut album 'War Report' in 1997. The pair had met in
prison.
After Capone (real name Kiam Holley) was imprisoned again Noreaga released the
1998 solo album 'N.O.R.E.' The title refers to the acronym 'Niggaz On the Run
Eating'. It featured songs such as 'Superthug' and 'Banned from TV' and had
contributions from several stars including Jay-Z, Foxy Brown, Nas and Busta
Rhymes. He followed this up wit...