Joyner Lucas

Gary Maurice "Joyner" Lucas Jr., born on August 17, 1988, is a multifaceted American artist known for his prowess as a rapper, singer, songwriter, actor, record producer, poet, and entrepreneur. He first captured the public's attention with his 2015 single "Ross Capicchioni," which showcased his unique storytelling ability and lyrical depth.

After releasing three self-produced projects, Lucas signed with Atlantic Records, marking a significant milestone in his career with the release of his fourth mixtape, "508-507-2209," in 2017. That same year, he gained widespread acclaim for his politically charged single, "I'm Not Racist," which went viral, earned gold certification from the Recording Industry Association of America, and received a nomination for Best Music Video at the sixty-first Grammy Awards.

In 2018, Lucas continued to rise in prominence with his single "Stranger Things," featuring Chris Brown, which marked his first entry on the Billboard Hot 100. He also collaborated with Eminem on the track "Lucky You," which reached the top ten of the charts. Following his departure from Atlantic Records, he self-released his debut studio album, "ADHD," in 2020, which peaked at number ten on the Billboard 200.

Lucas's subsequent albums, "Not Now, I'm Busy" in 2023 and "ADHD 2" in 2025, saw moderate chart success but received mixed critical responses. Beyond his musical endeavors, he co-founded the music technology platform Tully in 2015, alongside his manager Dhruv Joshi, further showcasing his entrepreneurial spirit.