Shy Glizzy

Shy Glizzy — hip-hop & rap artist from US.

D.C. rapper Shy Glizzy, born Marquis Amonte King in 1992, transitioned from early street singles to refined material over the years. Initially gaining…

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hip-hop & raprapsouthern hip hoptraphip-hop/rapdmv rapvapor trapdrillcontemporary hip hophip hop

Influential: 63.35% Fanbase: 48.27% Trending: 70.88%

As of: 2025-09-08

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Score: DMDB 63.35% | Fanbase 48.27% | Trending 70.88% | CAREER STAGE: MAINSTREAM

Biography

D.C. rapper Shy Glizzy, born Marquis Amonte King in 1992, transitioned from early street singles to refined material over the years. Initially gaining attention with hits like "Awwsome" in 2014, he achieved chart success and global recognition with albums such as 2018's Fully Loaded. Despite a troubled past involving juvenile detention and petty crime, Shy Glizzy found his passion for music and established himself in the rap scene with a series of mixtapes before releasing notable projects like Quiet Storm and Covered N Blood.

Shy Glizzy's journey in the music industry has been marked by evolution and growth, from forming his own crew, Glizzy Gang, to collaborating with notable artists like 2 Chainz and A$AP Rocky. His switch from the moniker Jefe back to Shy Glizzy demonstrated his artistic versatility, leading to the release of critically acclaimed projects like Fully Loaded, which broke into the Billboard Top 50 chart. With a unique blend of trap beats and introspective lyrics, Shy Glizzy continues to make a mark in the rap world, showcasing his resilience and musical talent.