Jeezy
Jay Wayne Jenkins
Jeezy is an American rapper from Atlanta, Georgia active since 1998.
- Profession
- Rapper, Songwriter, Entrepreneur
- From
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Born
- September 28, 1977
- Years active
- 1998–present
Early life
Born in Columbia, South Carolina, and raised in the Atlanta area, Jay Jenkins built a grassroots following through street mixtapes.
Career
His 2005 debut "Let's Get It: Thug Motivation 101" became a trap cornerstone, and he sustained a long run of motivational, gravel-voiced anthems.
Major achievements
He has charted multiple top-ten albums and is considered a foundational trap artist.
Legacy
Jeezy's motivational street narratives helped define trap's early commercial breakthrough.
References
Frequently asked questions about Jeezy
- What is Jeezy known for?
- Jeezy is an American rapper from Atlanta, Georgia active since 1998. Jeezy is recognized as a rapper, songwriter, and entrepreneur.
- Where is Jeezy from?
- Jeezy is from Atlanta, Georgia.
- When was Jeezy born?
- Jeezy was born on September 28, 1977, in Atlanta, Georgia.
- What kind of music does Jeezy make?
- Jeezy's music spans Hip-hop, Trap, and Southern hip-hop.
- Is Jeezy still active?
- Yes — Jeezy has been active since 1998 and continues to work today.
- What record labels has Jeezy been associated with?
- Jeezy has been associated with CTE and Def Jam.
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