Baton Rouge and No Limit rapper Glenn 'Young Bleed' Clifton Jr. dies, leaves hip hop legacy

Baton Rouge Rapper Glenn 'Young Bleed' Clifton Jr. Passes Away

Glenn "Young Bleed" Clifton Jr., a pioneering rapper from Baton Rouge, died after suffering a brain aneurysm in Las Vegas. He collapsed at an after-party following the No Limit vs. Cash Money Verzuz event on October 25, where he had performed with No Limit.

Legacy in Baton Rouge Hip Hop

Before artists like Boosie, Kevin Gates, and NBA Youngboy rose to fame, Clifton was a key figure in the 1990s Baton Rouge rap scene. As a member of the rap group Concentration Camp alongside C-Loc and Happy Perez, he helped shape the distinctive Baton Rouge sound.

Clifton gained widespread attention with the 1997 single "How You Do Dat," which he released with C-Loc. The track caught the attention of No Limit/Priority Records and led to his signing with the label. In 1998, after joining No Limit, Master P re-released "How You Do Dat," turning it into a platinum record.

Personal Life and Influence

Born on June 6, 1974, in Baton Rouge, Clifton was also known by the nicknames "Tank" and "Bleed." Despite his international performances, he always maintained strong ties to his hometown.

His eldest son, Ty'Gee Ramon Clifton, who lives in Baton Rouge, considered his father his hero and role model. Ty'Gee noted that although Young Bleed was famous, to his family he was simply "Dad."

"I always will love and respect him. He was definitely a man of honor. He's my role model," Ty'Gee said. "He's the reason I literally walk and talk the way that I do."

Impact on Future Generations

Clifton Jr., who was only 17 when Ty'Gee was born, played a major role in shaping his son's life and character. His influence extended beyond music, impacting those closest to him personally and professionally.

Author's summary: Glenn “Young Bleed” Clifton Jr. was a Baton Rouge rap pioneer who left a lasting legacy through his music and personal influence, inspiring both his city and family.

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