Baton Rouge Rapper Glenn "Young Bleed" Clifton Jr. Passes Away
Glenn "Young Bleed" Clifton Jr., a prominent Baton Rouge rapper of the 1990s, died after suffering a brain aneurysm in Las Vegas. Known for his influential role in shaping the Baton Rouge hip hop sound, Young Bleed left a lasting legacy in the rap community.
Career and Legacy
Before artists like Boosie, Kevin Gates, and NBA Youngboy rose to fame, Young Bleed was a key figure in Baton Rouge's rap scene. He was part of the rap group Concentration Camp alongside C-Loc and Happy Perez, pioneers of the local sound.
In 1997, Clifton gained recognition with the single "How You Do Dat", which he released with C-Loc. The song's success led to a signing with No Limit/Priority Records. In 1998, Master P re-released the track, which achieved platinum status.
Final Moments
Young Bleed performed with No Limit at the No Limit vs. Cash Money Verzuz event on October 25, after which he collapsed at an after-party.
Personal Life
Born on June 6, 1974, in Baton Rouge, Clifton traveled extensively but always returned to his hometown. His eldest son, Ty'Gee Ramon Clifton, who lives in Baton Rouge, described him as a hero and major influence.
"Although Young Bleed was well-known, Ty'Gee says he was just 'Dad.' 'I always will love and respect him. He was definitely a man of honor. He's my role model,' Ty'Gee said. 'He's the reason I literally walk and talk the way that I do.'"
Clifton was also known by the nicknames "Tank" and "Bleed."
Summary
Young Bleed was a foundational figure in Baton Rouge rap, inspiring future artists and deeply impacting those closest to him.
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