Rapper

Yo-Yo

Yo-Yo is an American rapper and hip hop artist who rose to fame in the late 1980s with her iconic song "You Can't Play With My Yo-Yo". She is an influential figure in the hip hop community.

Yo-Yo
Age
53
Birth Date
August 4, 1971
Zodiac
Leo
Born
United States

About

Yo-Yo is an iconic American rapper, singer, and actor. Over the past three decades, the 'Rapsody' artist has made a name for herself with her socially focused lyrics and empowering messages. Her hit songs, such as "You Can't Play With My Yo-Yo" and "The Bonnie and Clyde Theme," have become timeless classics, firmly establishing her as an integral part of hip-hop culture.

Yo-Yo Timeline

1971
Yo-Yo is Born
On August 4, 1971, Yolanda Whitaker, better known by her stage name Yo-Yo, was born in the United States.
1990
Releases Debut Album
Yo-Yo released her debut album, "Make Way for the Motherlode," under East West Records.
1991
Grammy Nomination
Yo-Yo's single "You Can't Play with My Yo-Yo" was nominated for a Grammy.
1993
Second Album Release
Yo-Yo released her second album, "Black Pearl," which was well-received by critics.
2001
Acting Debut
Yo-Yo made her acting debut in the film "Boyz n the Hood."
2008
Yo-Yo School of Hip Hop
Yo-Yo founded the Yo-Yo School of Hip Hop, an institution aimed at educating and empowering youth through the arts.
2019
Love & Hip Hop
Yo-Yo joined the cast of VH1's reality television series "Love & Hip Hop: Hollywood."

Frequently Asked Questions

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Yo-Yo, born on August 4, 1971, is an American rapper who is currently 52 years old. She is best known for her pioneering presence in Hip-Hop and was one of the first female rappers to attain mainstream success in the genre. Her 1992 debut album "Make Way for the Motherlode" was a milestone for female rappers.