As one of the most talked-about figures, YG has built a significant fortune. In this article, we dive deep into the assets and career highlights.
YG is an American rapper who has a net worth of $6 million. YG is known for such hit singles as "Toot It and Boot It," "My Nigga," and "Big Bank." Signed to Def Jam Recordings, he released his debut studio album, "My Krazy Life," in 2014. YG followed this with the albums "Still Brazy," "Stay Dangerous," "4Real 4Real," and "My Life 4Hunnid."
In February 2014, Jackson released the single "Who Do You Love?," featuringDrake. The next month, he finally released his debut studio album, entitled "My Krazy Life." Featuring guest appearances by such artists as Kendrick Lamar,Meek Mill,Lil Wayne,Nicki Minaj, and Jeezy, the album debuted at #2 on the "Billboard" 200. It would later go on to become certified Platinum by the RIAA.
Preceding his second album in 2015, Jackson released the singles "Twist My Fingaz," "Cash Money," and "I Want a Benz," the lattermost of which featuredNipsey Hussleand50 Cent. The next year, Keenon released the album "Still Brazy," which won critical raves and debuted at #6 on the "Billboard" 200. Moreover, it became certified Gold by the RIAA.
Jackson released his third studio album, "Stay Dangerous," in 2018; featuring guest appearances from2 Chainz, Quavo, andBig Sean, among others, it debuted at #5 on the "Billboard" 200. This was followed by the album "4Real 4Real," which was dedicated to the late Nipsey Hussle. In October 2020, Keenon put out the album "My Life 4Hunnid," recorded entirely during the COVID pandemic. Just prior to the album's release, Jackson put out the singles "Money Mouf," featuringTygaand Saweetie, and "Out on Bail," which was inspired by the eponymous2Pacsong.
Early Life and Career Beginnings
In 2013, Jackson signed an additional deal with CTE World, the imprint of rapperYoung Jeezy. With Jeezy, he was featured onYo Gotti'ssong "Act Right." Later in the year, he was heavily featured on the CTE World mixtape "Boss Yo Life Up Gang." Following this, Keenon released the lead single from his upcoming album. Entitled "My Nigga," it featured Jeezy and Rich Homie Quan and peaked at #19 on the "Billboard" Hot 100. A second single, "Left, Right," was released shortly after.
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At the age of 20 in 2010, Jackson released his debut single, "Toot It and Boot It." Featuring Ty Dolla Sign, the song reached #67 on the "Billboard" Hot 100 and garnered Keenon much acclaim. As a result, he signed to Def Jam Recordings and released mixtapes such as "The Real 4Fingaz," "Just Re'd Up," and "4 Hunnid Degreez."
YG was born Keenon Dequan Ray Jackson on March 9, 1990, in Compton, California. He had a troubled youth, as he joined the Bloods gang at the age of 16. His father, meanwhile, was in prison for tax fraud.
CTE World and "My Krazy Life"
In summary, the total wealth of YG reflects strategic moves.
Disclaimer: All net worth figures are estimates based on public data.
