Meek Mill, born Robert Rihmeek Williams on May 6, 1987, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is an American rapper of African American heritage. Raised in a financially challenged household, Meek lost his father to gun violence during an attempted robbery when he was just five years old. His mother, Kathy Williams, raised Meek and his sister, Nasheema, by taking on multiple jobs, including hairdressing and working in retail.
As a quiet and introverted child, Meek found solace in music, influenced by his uncle, DJ Grandmaster Nell, who was active in the Philadelphia hip-hop scene. Drawing inspiration from local artists such as Chic Raw and Vodka, Meek developed a passion for rap at an early age.
Meek launched his rap career by participating in local rap battles and writing verses in his notebooks. With a group of friends, he formed a rap collective known as BloodHoundz. The group released four mixtapes, which helped them build a local fan base. Eventually, his solo mixtapes, particularly the Flamers series, garnered attention and led to national recognition.
He later founded his own record label, Dream Chasers Records, solidifying his entrepreneurial presence in the music industry. Among his most notable works are the albums Dreams and Nightmares and Dreams Worth More Than Money, both of which achieved commercial success.
Meek's original nickname among friends was "Meek Million," though he reportedly disliked the implication, as he was not yet a millionaire at the time. He later shortened it to "Meek Mill," a moniker that has since become widely recognized. In interviews, he has emphasized the importance of personal branding in the entertainment industry, famously stating, "Just build your brand from day one, man. Your brand is your name, basically."
Meek Mill has collaborated with a wide array of top-tier artists, including Rick Ross, Drake, Big Sean, Kendrick Lamar, Akon, and Nicki Minaj. While there have been comparisons, Meek Mill never collaborated with Tupac Shakur, who passed away in 1996, before Meek's mainstream debut. In 2012, MTV listed Meek Mill as the seventh "Hottest MC in the Game," reflecting his rising popularity.
| Birth Date: | 6 May, 1987 |
| Age: | 32 yrs |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | Philadelphia |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | American rapper and activist from Pennsylvania |
| Twitter Id: | Meekmill |
| Net Worth 2021: | 20 million |
