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Rappers Who Are In Jail Right Now

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There are many styles of hip-hop, but none more notorious than gangsta rap.

Gangsta rap was popularized in the ’90s, thanks to the hardcore rhymes penned by artists like Ice-T, Dr. Dre, and Ice Cube. The jury’s still out on whether the violence found in rap lyrics is detrimental to society, or, if gangsta rap is just the artistic expression of the dangerous culture in which some artists live. The result of keeping it real is a long list of rappers who have died, been injured, or have been incarcerated. Let’s take a look at some of the most notorious — and some lesser-known — rappers currently in the slammer…

Kodak Black’s back in the big house | 0:34
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A prophetic felon | 5:54
One Nation behind bars | 6:58
Gold chains to orange jumpsuits | 7:52
Pimpin’ ain’t easy… or legal | 8:36
Freed Meek Mill | 9:30

What can young aspiring artists learn from these cases about maintaining a positive image and staying out of trouble?

In recent years, the music industry has seen an increase in rappers being incarcerated. For various reasons, these artists have found themselves on the wrong side of the law, resulting in their imprisonment. The following are some notable rappers who are currently serving time in jail.

1. Tekashi 6ix9ine

Tekashi 6ix9ine, also known as Daniel Hernandez, is a Brooklyn-based rapper who gained popularity through his aggressive style and colorful appearance. Unfortunately, his success was short-lived as he was arrested in 2018 for racketeering, firearms offenses, and drug trafficking. Following a plea deal, he was sentenced to two years in prison.

2. Bobby Shmurda

Bobby Shmurda, whose real name is Ackquille Pollard, was a rising star in the rap scene in 2014. However, his career was cut short when he was arrested and charged with conspiracy to commit murder, weapons possession, and reckless endangerment. In 2016, he was sentenced to seven years in prison and is set to be released in 2022.

3. Kodak Black

Kodak Black, whose real name is Bill Kahan Kapri, is a Florida-based rapper who was arrested twice in 2019. He was first arrested in January on seven felony charges, including grand theft of a firearm, possession of a weapon by a convicted felon, and drug possession. He was later arrested in May on federal weapons charges. Following a guilty plea, he was sentenced to 46 months in prison.

4. YNW Melly

YNW Melly, also known as Jamell Maurice Demons, is a rapper from Florida who was catapulted to fame in 2018. However, his career took a turn for the worse when he was arrested and charged with two counts of first-degree murder in February 2019. He is currently awaiting trial and could face the death penalty if convicted.

5. Ralo

Ralo, whose real name is Terrell Davis, is an Atlanta-based rapper who was arrested in 2018 on federal drug charges. He was accused of leading a conspiracy to sell more than two million dollars worth of marijuana. Despite several attempts at getting bail, he remains behind bars awaiting trial.

The rise of rappers being incarcerated underscores the need for artists to stay on the right side of the law. The consequences of breaking the law can be severe, leading to damage to the artist’s brand, loss of income, and even imprisonment. These cases also serve as a warning to young people who are aspiring to make it big in the music industry, emphasizing the importance of staying out of trouble and maintaining a positive image.