YG (Young Gangsta) - Bio, Net Worth, Height

ORIGIN
YG (Young Gangsta) is an American rapper out of California. In 2009, his single “Toot it and Boot it” featuring Ty Dolla Sign successfully landed him a contract with Def Jam Recordings. His debut album “My Krazy Life,” released in 2014, solidifies his status as a talented rapper. Given the name, Keenon Daequan Ray Jackson, he was born on March 9, 1990, in Compton, California. Like many hip-hop artists, his early life was nothing shy of rocky. His mother managed a daycare business while his father had multiply scuffles with the law. His father would eventually face jail time. Growing up in such an environment, YG himself had a few legal problems and was jailed a few times. However, from an early age, music was his refuge. As a child, he demonstrated a passion for music. By the time he was a teenager, YG was already performing in clubs, wowing large audiences, and building a successful career as a rapper. To further his reputation and reach a wider audience, YG took his talent to the internet. By uploading videos to YouTube, he successfully enhanced his musical career.

CAREER
At the age of 18, YG dropped his first mixtape “4Fingaz.” In 2009, after releasing several singles, his breakthrough came with the release of “Toot it and Boot it.” The single proved Billboard worthy peaking at #67 on the Hot 100 chart. As a result, YG landed a recording contract with Def Jam Records. Other notable mixtapes include the likes of “The Real 4Fingaz,” “4 Hunnid Degreez,” and “Just Re’d Up” parts 1 and 2. Each project boasted Billboard hit singles. In 2013, YG’s single “My Nigga” featuring Jeezy and Rich Homie Quan graced the Billboard. The track ascended to #19 on the Hot 100 chart.

In 2014, YG released his debut studio album “My Krazy Life.” The album was a major success debuting at #2 on the Billboard 200. It featured the likes of Drake, ScHoolboy Q, Rich Homie Quan, Kendrick Lamar, Nicki Minaj, and others. Earning positive feedback, it was certified Platinum. “Still Blazy,” his second studio album, came along in 2016. Like its predecessor, it performed commercially well. It featured works by Lil Wayne, Slim 400, Nipsey Hussle, and a host of others.

Fast forward to 2017, YG released the 3rd installment of “Just Re’d Up.” He also did a collaboration with Mariah Carey and Remy Ma. In recent work, YG dropped the single “Suu Whoop.” The song boasts 2 Million YouTube hits in less than a week. Another noteworthy track is “YNS” featuring Blac Youngsta and YFN Lucci.

In 2018, YG released standout singles “Big Bank” ft 2 Chainz, Big Sean, Nicki Minaj, “Handgun” ft ASAP Rocky, and “lay” ft Quavo.

PERSONAL
YG’s height is 5ft 10in. He has an estimated net worth of $6 Million USD. Throughout his career, he’s been involved in numerous shootings. In 2015, he was shot and wounded. However, he made a full recovery. YG is the founder of 4Hunnid Records. The company was launched in 2016. At some point, he was dating Catelyn Spark. YG has a daughter named Harmony. Currently, his relationship status is unknown.

YG Real Name, Birthday, Wiki

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