Fetty Wap
Willie Junior Maxwell II (born June 7, 1991), known professionally as Fetty Wap, is an American rapper, singer, and songwriter from Paterson, New Jersey.[1][2]
He rose to prominence in 2015 with the single "Trap Queen", which peaked at number two on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and earned diamond certification from the RIAA.[3]
Fetty Wap's self-titled debut album, released later that year, debuted at number one on the Billboard 200, featuring additional hits like "679" and "My Way".[3][4]
His melodic rap style, blending hip-hop with R&B and rock influences, contributed to his rapid success, including winning Best New Artist at the 2016 iHeartRadio Music Awards and a Grammy nomination for Best Rap Song for "Trap Queen".[5][6]
In 2023, Fetty Wap was sentenced to six years in federal prison after pleading guilty to conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute over 500 grams of cocaine, with a projected release date of March 2027.[7][8]