Playboi Carti is an American rapper whose work is associated with irony and bold lyrics, sometimes provocative. In the tracks, he does not hesitate to touch on sensitive social topics.
The rapper at the beginning of his creative career managed to find a recognizable style, which music critics called "childish". It's all to blame - the use of high frequencies and fuzzy "mumbling" pronunciation.
At one time he was part of the underground label Awful Records. Today, the singer collaborates with A$AP Mob labels - AWGE Label and Interscope Records. Today Playboi Carti is one of the most recognizable performers in the West. His style largely set the tone for newschool and popularized adlibs and baby voices.
Childhood and youth Playboi Carti
Jordan Terrell Carter (real name of the artist) was born on September 13, 1995 in Atlanta (Georgia). The guy went to North Springs Charter in Sandy Springs. At school, he was a rare guest. Street life completely replaced the interest in knowledge, but he loved basketball and music.
The teenager dreamed of becoming an NBA star. He liked the way Michael Jordan, Chris Paul and Deron Williams played. But over time, music took a major role in the life of Jordan Carter.
The dream of playing basketball has been ousted not only because of the great love for music. The fact is that Jordan used alcohol and soft drugs, which eventually made it impossible to play sports.
The guy grew up in a poor family. From an early age, he had to change several jobs. In particular, Jordan worked as a sales assistant in the Swedish clothing store H&M.
Jordan's family did not have enough funds for elementary. Like any teenager, he wanted to look stylish. He could spend hours choosing clothes in stores with stock clothing, choosing the most top-end clothes of popular brands.
In an interview, the American rapper admitted that thanks to this approach to buying things, he created his own style. It is unique and original. Today, millions of teenagers all over the planet follow the style of Playboi Carti.
The creative path of the artist
The creative path of the American rapper began with attempts to record the first tracks in 2011. Initially, Jordan performed under the creative pseudonym Sir Cartier. In 2012, the guy changed his name to Playboi Carti.
The first attempts to create were married with success. After the performer realized that young people liked his work, he moved to the territory of New York.
In the metropolis, fortune smiled at him. He met Jabari Shelton (ASAP Bari), the designer and creator of the popular hip-hop collective ASAP Mob.
Jordan's work was influenced by the musical compositions of Rakim Athelaston Mayers. At that time, the young artist signed the first contract with the Awful Records label, which was headed by the famous rapper Father.
Already in 2015, Jordan presented several tracks to fans of his work. We are talking about compositions Broke Boi and Fetti. It was thanks to these songs that the rapper gained the first “portion” of genuine popularity. Both tracks were published on the online platform SoundCloud.
Not without a black streak in the creative life of Jordan. Soon the relationship between him and Father began to deteriorate. Without thinking twice, Playboi Carti signed a contract with ASAP Mob's AWGE label. A year later, the first joint recording of Playboi Carti and Shelton's team Telephone Calls was released, which was included in the disc Cozy Tapes Vol. 1: Friends.
Debut mixtape presentation
In 2017, the discography of the American rapper was replenished with his debut mixtape. The collection received a "modest" title Playboi Carti. The collection attracted the attention of major music publications, including XXL, Pitchfork, Spin.
Several tracks of the mixtape - Magnolia, produced by Pi'erre Bourne, and Woke Up Like This - entered the Billboard Hot 100. Jordan's popularity began to increase exponentially. On the wave of success, he went on a massive tour with Gucci Mane and Dreezy.
The rapper's repertoire is not without bright collaborations. Almost immediately after the presentation of the mixtape, the rapper took part in the recording of Raf along with ASP Mob. As well as Lana Del Rey's Summer Bummer track.
In 2018, Jordan renewed his partnership with Lil Uzi Vert. In the compilation Die Lit, a joint track by the performers Shoota sounded. In addition, Chief Keef, Gunna and Nicki Minaj sang with the American performer.
The work of the novice rapper was highly appreciated not only by music lovers and "fans", but also by music critics. Some of the experts noted the special presentation of musical material - Jordan rhythmically reads the texts, while changing the frequency of his voice.
Pitchfork wrote that Jordan's compositions are not only lyrics, but also atmosphere. And if the rapper's tracks lack professionalism, then he covers it with a daring presentation.
Playboy Carti's personal life
The personal life of a celebrity is no less eventful than creative. In 2017, Jordan dated popular American model Blac Chyna. The relationship between the lovers was complicated. They said that the rapper often beat his girlfriend. The last straw was the event at the international airport in Los Angeles. Jordan publicly raised his hand to the girl. The couple broke up.
In 2018, Jordan developed warm feelings for Australian singer Iggy Azalea (real name Amethyst Amelia Kelly). The girl was 5 years older than the rapper. This fact did not prevent the couple from building a serious relationship. The stars did not advertise, but did not hide that they live in a civil marriage. In June 2020, Kelly gave birth to a son.
Playboy Carti: interesting facts
- GQ named Playboi Carti as the leader of young style. The rapper has repeatedly appeared at the shows of Louis Vuitton, Kanye West.
- The rapper was constantly in trouble with the law. For example, in 2020, Jordan was charged with illegal possession of drugs and firearms.
- Jordan suffers from asthma. The rapper admits that the disease prevents him from creating a little. Several photos with the inhaler were posted on social media.
- The rapper's height is 186 cm, weight is 75 kg. He has a very model look.
Rapper Playboi Carti today
In 2020, the rapper's discography has been replenished with a new album. We are talking about the collection Whole Lotta Red. Among the tracks, fans really liked the compositions of @ Meh and Molly. The latest news from the artist's life can be seen on social networks.
Rapper Playboi Carti fans are cheering as the rapper has finally announced the release of Whole Lotta Red LP on December 25, 2020. The singer showed the album cover and shared a link to the pre-order.
Until that time, journalists only spread rumors that the singer would release a full-length collection at the end of 2020. On December 23, these rumors were dispelled. The rapper said that music lovers will hear Kid Cudi on the guest verses. Recall that fans of the rapper's new album have been waiting for about 2 years. The last time his discography was decorated with the LP Die Lit.
