Everyone starts out as a cute, goofy or awkward-looking kid. However, once the money starts rolling in and the spotlight is shining down, it's easy for some of your favorite rappers and singers to embrace an extreme makeover.

Take Chris Brown, for example, before the nose rings and faux dreadlocks. He was one of the most adorable children ever. And Rihanna and Beyonce both rocked braided ponytails back in the day. But looking at how polished and runway-ready celebs look in music videos, on the red carpet and even on a weekend trip to the market, it’s hard to visualize what they looked like before their superstar status.

From Drake to Nicki Minaj to Alicia Keys, take a look at 20 Celebrity Yearbook Photos You Won't Believe.

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