Baton Rouge Rap Icon Young Bleed Dies
Glenn "Young Bleed" Clifton Jr., a pioneering rapper from Baton Rouge, passed away after suffering a brain aneurysm in Las Vegas. He collapsed at an after-party following the No Limit vs. Cash Money Verzuz event on October 25, where he had performed with No Limit.
Early Career and Influence
Before artists like Boosie, Kevin Gates, and NBA Youngboy rose to fame, Young Bleed was one of the foremost Baton Rouge rappers of the 1990s. He was part of the rap group Concentration Camp, which included C-Loc and Happy Perez, and helped shape the distinct Baton Rouge sound.
Major Success with No Limit Records
In 1997, Clifton gained widespread attention with the single "How You Do Dat," released alongside C-Loc. This track led to his signing with No Limit/Priority Records. After joining the label, Master P re-released the song in 1998, and it went platinum.
Personal Life and Legacy
Born on June 6, 1974, in Baton Rouge, Clifton, also known as "Tank" and "Bleed," traveled internationally for performances but always returned home. His eldest son, Ty'Gee Ramon Clifton, considers him a hero and role model. Despite Young Bleed's fame, Ty'Gee recalls him simply as "Dad."
"I always will love and respect him. He was definitely a man of honor. He's my role model," said Ty'Gee. "He's the reason I literally walk and talk the way that I do."
Clifton was just 17 years old when Ty'Gee was born and played a major role in shaping his life.
Summary
Young Bleed left a lasting legacy in hip hop, pioneering the Baton Rouge sound and inspiring future generations of artists both through his music and personal example.
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