Rapper
Lil Jon
Lil Jon is an American rapper, producer and former frontman of Lil Jon & the East Side Boyz, known for popularizing the hip hop subgenre crunk.
Popularity
Fame Level
% of people who know them
69%
Liked by
52%
Neutral
28%
Disliked by
20%
About
Lil Jon is an American rapper, songwriter, and record producer. He is well-known for his larger-than-life persona and his signature catchphrase, "Yeah!". His 2005 album "Crunk Juice" earned him critical acclaim, winning the Grammy for Best Rap/Sung Collaboration.
Lil Jon Timeline
1971
Lil Jon is Born
On January 17, 1971, Lil Jon was born in Atlanta, Georgia.
1997
Forms Lil Jon & The East Side Boyz
Lil Jon forms the group Lil Jon & The East Side Boyz.
2002
"Kings of Crunk" Album Release
Lil Jon & The East Side Boyz release their most successful album "Kings of Crunk".
2004
"Yeah!" Single Release
Lil Jon produces and features on Usher's hit single "Yeah!", which tops the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
2011
Celebrity Apprentice Appearance
Lil Jon appears on the reality TV show "The Celebrity Apprentice", finishing in the top three.
2014
"Turn Down for What" Release
Lil Jon releases his hit single "Turn Down for What" with DJ Snake, which becomes a global sensation.
2020
Verzuz Battle with T-Pain
Lil Jon participates in a Verzuz Instagram live battle with T-Pain, drawing over 200k viewers.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Lil Jon birthday?
Lil Jon, a renowned American rapper, was born on January 17th, 1971 and is currently 52 years old. He is best known for popularizing the hip-hop subgenre of crunk and his chart-topping collaboration with Usher for the track "Yeah!" which won the Grammy Award for Best Rap/Sung Performance.