YG

YG is an American rapper and songwriter who emerged from Compton, California, to become one of the most prominent voices in West Coast hip-hop. Born Keenon Daequan Ray Jackson on March 9, 1990, he grew up in the streets of Compton and began rapping as a teenager. He gained early attention with his 2010 single “Toot It and Boot It” featuring Ty Dolla Sign, which charted on the Billboard Hot 100 and secured him a deal with Def Jam Recordings.

YG’s debut studio album, “My Krazy Life,” was released in 2014 and is widely regarded as a modern West Coast classic. Executive produced by DJ Mustard, the album featured hits like “My Hitta” and “Who Do You Love?” and received critical acclaim for its vivid storytelling and cohesive production. He followed up with “Still Brazy” in 2016, a politically charged album that addressed racial tensions and social issues, further establishing his artistic depth and earning even stronger reviews from critics.

Throughout the late 2010s and 2020s, YG continued to release successful projects including “Stay Dangerous” (2018), “4REAL 4REAL” (2019), and subsequent albums that kept him relevant in the evolving hip-hop landscape. He scored major hits with tracks like “Big Bank” featuring 2 Chainz, Big Sean, and Nicki Minaj, and “Go Loko” with Tyga and Jon Z. Beyond music, YG founded his own record label, 4Hunnid Records, and expanded into fashion with his 4Hunnid clothing line.

With an estimated net worth of $8 million as of 2026, YG has built his wealth through album sales, touring, his record label, fashion ventures, and various business endeavors. Despite facing legal challenges and personal setbacks over the years, he has remained a fixture in hip-hop culture and continues to be one of the West Coast’s most recognized and influential rappers.