Yo Gotti, originally known as Lil Yo and born Mario Mims, is a prominent rapper who rose to fame after years of underground work. Hailing from North Memphis, he made his mark in the music industry with hits like Back 2 da Basics in 2006, followed by successful albums including I Am, The Art of Hustle, I Still Am, and Untrapped. Despite his roots in street music, Yo Gotti has achieved gold and platinum status with chart-topping singles like “Down in the DM” and “Rake It Up.” His success continued with CM10: Free Game in 2022, leading to a collaboration album with DJ Drama called I Showed U So.
During the ’90s, Yo Gotti gained recognition while performing in Memphis and releasing his early works like Youngsta’s on a Come Up and his first album, From da Dope Game 2 da Rap Game. His partnership with Inevitable Entertainment and later TVT enabled him to reach new heights in the music scene. Major-label deals with RCA and Epic further propelled his career with successful albums like I Am, The Art of Hustle, and I Still Am, featuring hits such as “Act Right,” “I Know,” and “Rake It Up.” Collaborations with artists like Kanye West and Lil Baby have also contributed to Yo Gotti’s ongoing success in the industry.