Pooh Shiesty, a rapper from Memphis, was born as Lontrell Donell Williams Jr. on November 8, 1999. Since his debut in 2020, he has had a significant impact on the music industry.
He signed a contract with Gucci Mane’s 1017 Records, a subsidiary of Atlantic Records, and quickly gained popularity by collaborating with Gucci Mane and his associates.
His song “Back in Blood,” featuring Lil Durk, became a mainstream hit, reaching number 13 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
This success solidified Pooh Shiesty’s position as a rising star in the world of hip-hop.
REAL FACTS ABOUT POOH SHIESTY
FULL NAME: Lontrell Donell Williams Jr.
DATE OF BIRTH: November 8, 1999
PLACE OF BIRTH: Memphis, Tennessee, U.S
NATIONALITY: American
OCCUPATION : Rapper, Songwriter
LABELs: 1017,
Atlantic
EARLY LIFE AND EDUCATION
Originally from Memphis, Tennessee, Pooh Shiesty grew up in the Cane Creek Apartments located on the southern side of the city.
After spending two years in Pflugerville, Texas, he came back to Memphis and committed himself to his studies, even attending summer school to guarantee his high school graduation.
However, it was only when he reached the age of 18 that he redirected his attention towards pursuing a music career, setting the foundation for his eventual triumph in the hip-hop industry.
CAREER
Pooh Shiesty began his music career by releasing his first project, “Hell Night,” in March 2019.
He quickly followed up with three more projects, “Shiesty Summer,” “Choppa Talk,” and “Day One,” all released between August and November 2019.
In 2020, he continued to release new music, including tracks like “At It Again,” “Main Slime,” and “ABCGE.” The remix of “Main Slime” featured Moneybagg Yo and Tay Keith. This productive period marked the start of his success in the hip-hop industry.
In October 2020, Pooh Shiesty, along with Gucci Mane and other members of the 1017 label crew, collaborated on Roboy’s single “1017 Loaded.”
This track, along with “Back in Blood,” was featured on Gucci’s compilation album, So Icy Gang, Vol. 1, released on October 16, 2020, showcasing the diverse talent within the label.
Pooh Shiesty’s most-streamed song, “Back in Blood,” was released in November 2020 and featured Lil Durk. It has garnered over 334 million views on YouTube. He also collaborated with Foogiano on songs like “First Day in LA” and “Menace.”
In 2021, Shiesty continued to release new music, including singles like “Guard Up,” “Should’ve Ducked” featuring Lil Durk, and “Neighbors” featuring Big30.
His debut mixtape, Shiesty Season, released on February 5, 2021, includes these singles as well as guest appearances from notable artists like Gucci Mane and 21 Savage.
Pooh Shiesty’s career gained even more momentum in 2021 when he was recognized as Audiomack’s “Up Now” artist, a title he graciously accepted.
This achievement marked a significant turning point in his journey, which was followed by the release of the deluxe edition of his album Shiesty Season, titled Shiesty Season – Spring Deluxe. This version featured collaborations with Lil Baby and G Herbo.
His inclusion in the esteemed XXL Freshman Class of 2021 further solidified his position in the music industry.
The following year, he released a second deluxe edition of his album titled Shiesty Season: Certified.
This edition showcased an impressive lineup of featured artists, including Gunna, Lil Durk, and Lil Uzi Vert, further establishing his status as a rising star in the music industry.
PERSONAL LIFE
Pooh Shiesty is experiencing a flourishing love life, as he is currently dating Kianti, an incredibly attractive social media influencer and Instagram model, whose charisma and physical appearance have mesmerized her followers.
