Young Thug is an American rapper, singer, and record producer, widely recognized for his distinctive vocal style and unconventional fashion sense.
Jeffery Lamar Williams, known professionally as Young Thug, was born on August 16, 1991, in Atlanta, Georgia. He was the tenth of eleven children and grew up in the Sylvan Hills neighborhood, specifically in the Jonesboro South housing projects. The area, later demolished, was in a rough part of Atlanta and posed many challenges during his upbringing. Young Thug, along with several of his siblings, had multiple encounters with the law in his youth.
Young Thug began his music career by releasing a series of independent mixtapes titled I Came from Nothing between 2011 and 2012. These early projects garnered attention for their experimental style and unique vocal delivery. His work eventually caught the ear of fellow Atlanta rapper Gucci Mane, who signed him to his label, 1017 Brick Squad Records, in 2013.
Under this label, Thug released the critically acclaimed mixtape 1017 Thug, which further solidified his place in the underground rap scene. The mixtape's success was a turning point, drawing praise from music publications and fellow artists for its experimental approach to hip-hop. This early stage in his career laid the foundation for future collaborations with high-profile figures such as Rich Homie Quan, Chief Keef, and Kanye West.
In 2014, Young Thug announced plans to release a debut studio album originally titled Carter 6—a nod to his admiration for Lil Wayne’s Tha Carter series. However, after legal objections and disapproval from Lil Wayne, Thug changed the title to Barter 6. Despite initial controversy, the project was well-received and marked a major step in his mainstream breakthrough.
Continuing his ascent in the industry, Young Thug released So Much Fun in August 2019. The album was both a commercial and critical success, debuting at number one on the Billboard 200 chart and showcasing his versatility and growth as an artist.
Young Thug's success in music has translated into financial prosperity. His estimated net worth is around $8 million, derived from album sales, touring, brand endorsements, and music collaborations. His fashion-forward image and genre-blending sound have helped shape the modern hip-hop landscape, influencing a new generation of artists.
Young Thug is the father of six children—three daughters and three sons—from four different mothers. He became a father at approximately 17 years old. While he has not married any of the mothers of his children, he was engaged to Jerrika Karlae in April 2015. The couple eventually separated in 2017.
In 2016, one of his daughters gained widespread attention after a video of her rapping went viral online, displaying impressive lyrical skills at a young age. The clip earned admiration across social media platforms and from fans of hip-hop culture.
| Birth Date: | 16 Aug, 1991 |
| Age: | 29 yrs |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | Sylvan Hills |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | American rapper from Georgia |
| Net Worth 2021: | 8 million |
