Hailing from Harlem, New York, Nino Man—real name Louis Abney—is an American rapper who started honing his craft at the age of 15. He frequently collaborates with other New York emcees including Jadakiss and Styles P, two members of The LOX.

Growing up on 112th Street and Lenox Avenue in Harlem helped shape his music and upbringing:

Being from Harlem means you can just go through anything. Harlem is a real flashy place; real trendy. You learn a lot being from Harlem–growing up street-wise, money-wise, every category, so being from Harlem, you can make it anywhere

Jadakiss, Fabolous, Dipset, Eminem, and Big L are some of his biggest musical influences.