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Queen Pen, born Lynise Walters on September 24, 1972, in Brooklyn, New York City, is an American rapper and author. She was discovered by producer Teddy Riley at an IHOP restaurant in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Riley invited her to “spit lyrics” for Blackstreet’s 1996 hit single “No Diggity,” which became her most successful recording, although she was uncredited on many publications of the song.

Here are some highlights of her career:
– **Debut Album**: Queen Pen signed with Riley’s Lil’ Man Records, an imprint of Interscope Records, and released her debut album, “My Melody” (1997), which included the hit single “All My Love” featuring Eric Williams.
– **Second Album**: Her second studio album, “Conversations with Queen” (2001), saw less involvement from Riley and received minimal critical or commercial response.
– **Notable Songs**: Besides “No Diggity,” she is known for her song “Girlfriend” (featuring Meshell Ndegeocello), which explored same-sex relationships and sparked controversy.
– **Television and Feuds**: Queen Pen appeared on various TV shows and had a notable feud with rapper Foxy Brown over the song “Girlfriend”.
– **Later Career**: After her music career, she became an entrepreneur and novelist. Her sons, Donlynn and Quintion, are also rappers, known as Nefu Da Don and Q Nhannaz, respectively.