Keenon Daequan Ray Jackson, known professionally as YG, was born on March 9, 1990, in Compton, California. He emerged in the late 2000s with his debut single 'Toot It and Boot It' featuring Ty Dolla Sign in 2009, which reached number 67 on the Billboard Hot 100. His music reflects West Coast hip-hop traditions, incorporating gritty street narratives and gang culture influences from his Compton upbringing. YG gained broader recognition with the 2013 single 'My Nigga' featuring Jeezy and Rich Homie Quan, peaking at number 19 on the Billboard Hot 100. His debut album, My Krazy Life, released in 2014, reached number two on the Billboard 200. Subsequent releases include the 2018 album Stay Dangerous. He is known for energetic live performances that emphasize his raw delivery and audience engagement.