LL Cool J talks origin of his name, new music, iconic career, more


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Legendary hip-hop star LL Cool J joins TODAY to discuss his latest album “The Force” and how it came to be. “You have to do what you’re truly inspired to do,” he says. He also talks about keeping his career going after more than 20 years in the business, his family and the story behind his name.