G-Eazy
Gerald Earl Gillum
G-Eazy is an American rapper from Oakland, California active since 2008.
- Profession
- Rapper, Songwriter, Producer
- Born
- May 24, 1989
- Years active
- 2008–present
Early life
An Oakland native influenced by a vintage rock-and-roll aesthetic, Gerald Gillum built a following touring independently before signing to RCA.
Career
His albums "These Things Happen" and "The Beautiful & Damned" produced hits like "Me, Myself & I" and "No Limit," blending slick pop-rap with a James Dean image.
Major achievements
He charted multiple platinum singles and top-ten albums as a self-styled crossover star.
Legacy
G-Eazy turned a retro-cool persona and independent grind into mainstream pop-rap success.
References
Frequently asked questions about G-Eazy
- What is G-Eazy known for?
- G-Eazy is an American rapper from Oakland, California active since 2008. G-Eazy is recognized as a rapper, songwriter, and producer.
- Where is G-Eazy from?
- G-Eazy is from Oakland, California.
- When was G-Eazy born?
- G-Eazy was born on May 24, 1989, in Oakland, California.
- What kind of music does G-Eazy make?
- G-Eazy's music spans Hip-hop, West Coast hip-hop, and Pop-rap.
- Is G-Eazy still active?
- Yes — G-Eazy has been active since 2008 and continues to work today.
- What record labels has G-Eazy been associated with?
- G-Eazy has been associated with RCA and BPG.
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