Young Thug
Jeffery Lamar Williams
Young Thug is an American rapper from Atlanta, Georgia active since 2010.
- Profession
- Rapper, Singer, Songwriter
- From
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Born
- August 16, 1991
- Years active
- 2010–present
Early life
Raised in the Sylvan Hills neighborhood of Atlanta, Jeffery Williams grew up one of eleven children and emerged through the local mixtape circuit.
Career
His elastic, genre-defying vocals made him one of the 2010s' most influential stylists, and he founded YSL Records while topping charts with "So Much Fun."
Major achievements
He won a Grammy for co-writing Camila Cabello's "Havana" and is credited with influencing a wide swath of modern rap vocalists.
Legacy
Young Thug's adventurous approach to melody and cadence reshaped the sound of a generation of rappers.
References
Frequently asked questions about Young Thug
- What is Young Thug known for?
- Young Thug is an American rapper from Atlanta, Georgia active since 2010. Young Thug is recognized as a rapper, singer, and songwriter.
- Where is Young Thug from?
- Young Thug is from Atlanta, Georgia.
- When was Young Thug born?
- Young Thug was born on August 16, 1991, in Atlanta, Georgia.
- What kind of music does Young Thug make?
- Young Thug's music spans Hip-hop, Trap, and Mumble rap.
- Is Young Thug still active?
- Yes — Young Thug has been active since 2010 and continues to work today.
- What record labels has Young Thug been associated with?
- Young Thug has been associated with YSL, Atlantic, and 300.
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