Tyreek Solomon Pellerin, (born December 2, 2003) better known by his stage name SSGKobe, is an American

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and singer-songwriter. He gained popularity with his 2021 single ''Thraxx'' who went viral on

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. He also gained traction through his multiple collaborations with music video director

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Early Life

Tyreek Solomon Pellerin was born on December 2nd, 2003, and raised in

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Career

2018: Beginnings

Pellerin began making music influenced by his cousins who were also making music and had a home-studio. He recalls being adamant about sharing his music by fear of it not being appreciated by his local community.

2021–2022: Breakthrough

In February 2021, Pellerin released his breakthrough single ''Thrax'', which would later go viral on

. In April 2021, he released a six song EP titled ''KO.'' In November 2021, he released ''F*K EM'', a collaboration with American rapper

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. In January 2022, he released a single titled ''Don't Miss''. In March 2022, he released his collaboration with American rapper

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titled ''Escape Your Love''. In April 2022, he featured on American rapper and producer

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's song ''Guess What''.

Sexual assault allegations

In December 2022, Ka$hkenni, an artist, took to

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to accuse SSGKobe of forcing her to have sexual intercourse in a soundproof studio room on November 23, 2022.

Musical style

Pellerin is recognized for his

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-infused vocals and melody-driven trap music.

Discography

Studio albums

Mixtapes

Extended Plays

References

Living people African-American male rappers Rappers from Louisiana Southern hip hop musicians 2003 births 21st-century American rappers 21st-century American male musicians 21st-century African-American musicians {{US-hiphop-bio-stub