[2] Raised in Washington, D.C., Hudson began developing his craft at the age of sixteen, playing bass in the band of his friend and mentor Charles Harrington.
Hudson went on to work in the hip hop genre, probably being best known for his multi-platinum[citation needed] recording, "West Coast Poplock".
[4] Immediately adopted as an anthem by KDAY, "West Coast Poplock" has rarely left radio since its release 32 years ago.
[6] Hudson's work is featured in films including The Social Network, Iron Man 2, and South Central, and the video game Grand Theft Auto San Andreas.
The Westcoastin' album features Snoop Dogg, Too Short, E-40, B-Legit, Zapp Troutman, Rappin' 4-Tay, Celly Cel, Wyclef Jean, Suga Free, Lil Frost, J.