Yung Gravy - Rapper
Age: 29
Country: United States Occupations:
Rapper
Domains:
Hip-hop Music
Yung Gravy (born Matthew Raymond Hauri) is an American rapper and songwriter known for his distinct blend of modern trap beats with retro samples from the 1950s and 60s. He first gained viral fame on SoundCloud around 2017 and has since become a platinum-selling artist.
### Musical Style & Persona
* Genre: Often described as "meme rap" or "comedy hip-hop," though he identifies his style as a mix of soul, funk, and modern trap.
* Signature Sound: He frequently samples classic hits, such as The Chordettes' "Mr. Sandman" in his breakout hit "Mr. Clean" and Rick Astley’s "Never Gonna Give You Up" in his 2022 Billboard hit "Betty (Get Money)."
* Themes: His lyrics are characterized by a satirical, tongue-in-cheek humor, often focusing on "flexing," food metaphors, and his humorous public obsession with "MILFs" (mothers).
### Key Highlights
* Viral Success: His career took off with hits like "Mr. Clean" and "1 Thot 2 Thot Red Thot Blue Thot."
* Collaborations: He is a frequent collaborator with Canadian rapper bbno$; the duo performs under the name Baby Gravy.
* Background: Born in Rochester, Minnesota, in 1996, he holds dual Swiss and American citizenship. He notably finished a degree in marketing from the University of Wisconsin-Madison just as his music career was exploding.
* Public Image: Standing at 6'6", Gravy is known for his vintage aesthetic, baritone voice, and high-energy live shows where he often interacts playfully with his fans.