Frank Lucas is not widely recognized in the music industry, as he was primarily a notorious drug trafficker. However, he did have a minor influence on the music scene, particularly hip hop, through his criminal exploits which have been referenced in numerous songs. His life was depicted in the 2007 film "American Gangster," which inspired Jay-Z's album of the same name, thus indirectly affecting the musical landscape. Lucas's involvement in music is largely contextual and thematic, rather than performative or creative.