William James Adams Jr (born March 15, 1975), better known as will.i.am, is a founding member of the Black Eyed Peas. William is of Jamaican American descent. He went to Palisades High School and graduated in 1993. He produced the majority of the Black Eyed Peas' music albums, as well as the main theme song for the American animated television show, Samurai Jack, and appeared as a tutorial and advisor in The Urbz. will.i.am also has his own fashion line, i.am clothing. His best friends, Taboo and Apl.de.ap, are also members of the Black Eyed Peas. He also recorded a song for Dexter's Laboratory.
Will.i.am will be spending 6 months of of the next few years living in Australia promoting local R'n'B and hip hop talent and will centre around an upcoming reality show.
In 2005, will.i.am recorded the song "I Am Somebody" with guitarist Carlos Santana for his album All That I Am.
feat. vocals
I Am Somebody, by Santana
Beep, by Pussycat Dolls
About You, by Mary J Blige
True, From 50 First Dates Soundtrack (will.i.am & Ferguie)
Floatin', by Charlie Wilson
Sunny Hours, by Long Beach Dub Allstars ("Joey" themesong)
Surfboard, by Sergio Mendes