Yhapojj
Yhapojj | |
|---|---|
| Birth name | Jamareuan Macaiah Jones |
| Born | July 9, 2003 Huntsville, Alabama, US |
| Genres | Hip hop, trap, rage |
| Occupation | Rapper |
| Instrument | Vocals |
| Labels | Geffen |
| Website | yhapojj |
Jamareuan Macaiah Jones (born July 9, 2003), better known by his stage name Yhapojj (stylized as YhapoJJ), is an American rapper.[1][2]
Biography
Jones was born July 9, 2003[3] in Huntsville, Alabama. He began rapping during the COVID-19 lockdowns. In November 2023, he released the EP Evolution of Xur.[4] In December 2023, with Xaviersobased and Nettspend, Jones caused a mini-riot at the Mercury Lounge in Manhattan.[5]
Artistry
Jones cites Michael Jackson's Thriller as an influence. He is also a fan of The Twilight Saga. His songs have a fictional wolf named Xur.[4] He also uses similar vocal tricks to ILoveMakonnen.[3] In collaboration with FLOOD, he created a playlist of his influences. The playlist includes songs by Gladys Knight & the Pips, The Isley Brothers, Lil' O, Z-Ro, UGK, Miley Cyrus, Lil B, OG Maco and Anquette.[6]
Discography
- Pluto (2023)
- Gossip Girl (2023)
- SSETTIWORLD (2022)
- When Angels Cry (2022)
- Love Thy Enemies (2021)
References
- ↑ Lindert, Hattie (March 14, 2024). "Xaviersobased, Nettspend, Yhapojj: Underground Rap Is Extremely Online". Rolling Stone. Retrieved May 24, 2024.
- ↑ "Yhapojj - Happy 21st Birthday Yhap! Lyrics and Tracklist". Genius. Retrieved December 2, 2024.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 "Artist To Watch: Yhapojj". Stereogum. June 10, 2024. Retrieved June 19, 2024.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 "How Yhapojj Went From Local Artist to Shutting Down Venues". 1202. Retrieved June 19, 2024.
- ↑ Press-Reynolds, Kieran (April 30, 2024). "THE FACE's guide to the American rap underground". The Face. Retrieved June 4, 2024.
- ↑ Lesuer, Mike (May 10, 2024). "Yhapojj's Influences Playlist". FLOOD. Retrieved May 24, 2024.