In addition to Jazzy Jay's teachings, Diamond credited
Brand Nubian member
Grand Puba as his inspiration to start rapping. An early guest appearance on
A Tribe Called Quest's
The Low End Theory track "Show Business" helped make people more aware of him as an artist. To promote his 1997 album
Hatred, Passions and Infidelity, Mercury Records compiled a promotional vinyl called
Diamond Jewels that included the
Stunts, Blunts & Hip Hop songs
"Best Kept Secret', "*!*! What U Heard", and "Sally Got A One Track Mind". ==Discography==