At just 13, Shaddi G stood under the lights, surrounded by a crowd way bigger than him, and delivered a performance that marked the start of something real. “I felt like an ant in a room full of elephants,” he says. “But that was the first time I felt like something was actually for me.”
That moment was the spark and he’s been pushing ever since.
Raised in a household where artists like Boosie, Jeezy, and Yo Gotti were on constant rotation, music was always present. His mom was the first to recognize his talent and made sure he had access to studio time early on. That support helped Shaddi develop into an artist who’s not only confident on the mic but intentional with his sound.
Known for working with producers like GLA, Rio Leyva, and Jaeblow, Shaddi gravitates toward beats that push him creatively. “I look for sounds that hit different,” he explains. “Something that gives me energy.” That energy shows up in lines like “Kill a beat, bitch I’m Hip-Hop’s Charles Manson”—a bar he says flies under the radar unless you catch the reference.
He’s already built some major moments, including opening at Power 99’s Powerhouse with Meek Mill and Lil Uzi Vert, and performing at Club Roar with Boosie—an especially meaningful show since his mom played Boosie heavy when he was growing up. “Backstage at Powerhouse, I just felt ready. It reminded me that I can take this further.”
Shaddi’s not the type to stay stuck online. He makes it a point to connect with people directly, sharing his story with fans navigating their own struggles. “A kid once DM’d me saying my music helped them through some personal stuff. That hit me. I didn’t realize it had that kind of reach.”
Before any show, his routine is simple: prayer, positive affirmations, water, and a Clif Bar. He’s not giving away too much yet, but confirms a new EP titled YEN is dropping before summer—and he’s got some collaborations in the vault.
As for what’s next? The now 19-year-old says, “I want to lock in a major brand collab. And I’m aiming for a Rolling Loud stage in 2025.”
Focused, self-aware, and on the right track, Shaddi G isn’t waiting for a moment. He’s building one.
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