YG Biography

Keenon Jackson (born March 9, 1990), most known by his stage name YG (short for Young Gangsta), is an African-American rapper and actor. He was signed by Def Jam in 2009 and released his first single titled "Toot It and Boot It", which peaked at #67 on the Billboard Hot 100, in 2010.

Music career

After releasing several songs that garnered him a large following on the internet, such as "She A Model" and "Aim Me" he signed to Def Jam. He is working on mixtapes, touring and running his 4Hunnid brand clothing line. . He was also featured in XXL Freshmen Magazine. A song of his entitled "Bitches Ain't Shit", featuring Tyga, and Nipsey Hussle, entered the Hot 100 at #100 and at #11 on the Heatseekers Songs chart.