Jamareuan Macaiah Jones (born c. 2003), better known by his stage name Yhapojj (stylized as YhapoJJ), is an American rapper.[1]

Yhapojj
Birth nameJamareuan Macaiah Jones
Bornc. 2003 (age 20–21)
Huntsville, Alabama, US
GenresHip hop, trap, rage
OccupationRapper
InstrumentVocals
LabelsGeffen
Websiteyhapojj.com

Biography

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Jones was born c. 2004[2] in Huntsville, Alabama. He began rapping during the COVID-19 lockdowns. In November 2023, he released the EP Evolution of Xur.[3] In December 2023, with Xaviersobased and Nettspend, Jones caused a mini-riot at the Mercury Lounge in Manhattan.[4]

In May 2024, he released P.S. Fuck You. The album only contained one feature, Lil Tony,[5] on the song "Sswerve Geeked".[6]

Artistry

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Jones cites Michael Jackson's Thriller as an influence. He is also a fan of The Twilight Saga. His songs have a fictional wolf named Xur.[3] He also uses similar vocal tricks to ILoveMakonnen.[2] In collaboration with FLOOD, he created a playlist of his influences. The playlist includes songs by Gladys Knight & the Pips, The Isley Brothers, Lil' O, Z-Ro, UGK, Miley Cyrus, Lil B, OG Maco and Anquette.[7]

Discography

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  • P.S. Fuck You (2024)
  • Pluto (2023)
  • Gossip Girl (2023)
  • SSETTIWORLD (2022)
  • When Angels Cry (2022)
  • Love Thy Enemies (2021)

References

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  1. ^ Lindert, Hattie (March 14, 2024). "Xaviersobased, Nettspend, Yhapojj: Underground Rap Is Extremely Online". Rolling Stone. Retrieved May 24, 2024.
  2. ^ a b "Artist To Watch: Yhapojj". Stereogum. June 10, 2024. Retrieved June 19, 2024.
  3. ^ a b "How Yhapojj Went From Local Artist to Shutting Down Venues". 1202. Retrieved June 19, 2024.
  4. ^ Press-Reynolds, Kieran (April 30, 2024). "THE FACE's guide to the American rap underground". The Face. Retrieved June 4, 2024.
  5. ^ Horvath, Zachary (May 15, 2024). "Yhapojj Delivers His Anticipated Album "P.S. F*** You"". HotNewHipHop. Retrieved June 19, 2024.
  6. ^ Horvath, Zachary (April 22, 2024). "Yhapojj & Lil Tony Official Team Up For Melodic Cut "SSwerve Geeked"". HotNewHipHop. Retrieved June 19, 2024.
  7. ^ Lesuer, Mike (May 10, 2024). "Yhapojj's Influences Playlist". FLOOD. Retrieved May 24, 2024.
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