Hykeem Jamaal Carter Jr. (born October 22, 2000) was born in Carson, California, United States. He is an American rapper and record producer, who has been making waves in the music industry since his debut. He is professionally known as Baby Keem. He rose to fame with his single "Orange Soda," which was featured on his second mixtape Die For My Bitch in 2019, stylized in all caps. This single earned him a significant following and critical acclaim in the hip-hop community.
Following this success, Baby Keem collaborated with the legendary Kanye West on the song "Praise God," which charted in the top 20 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and achieved Platinum certification in April 2022. This collaboration further boosted Baby Keem's profile and cemented his position as a rising star in the rap world.
In September 2021, Baby Keem released his debut studio album, The Melodic Blue, under the labels pgLang and Columbia Records. The album debuted at number five on the prestigious Billboard 200 chart, marking a significant milestone in Baby Keem's career. The album included several successful tracks, including "Family Ties," featuring his cousin Kendrick Lamar, which became his second top 20 hit on the Billboard Hot 100. This track also earned Baby Keem a Grammy Award for Best Rap Performance.
Other notable songs on The Melodic Blue include "Durag Activity," which features Travis Scott, and "Range Brothers," featuring Kendrick Lamar. Both of these tracks received significant critical acclaim and helped to solidify Baby Keem's reputation as a versatile artist with a unique sound.
Overall, Baby Keem's rise to fame has been nothing short of meteoric, and he continues to establish himself as one of the most promising young talents in hip-hop. With his unique blend of production skills and catchy lyrics, he has already made a significant impact on the music industry, and there's no doubt that he has a bright future ahead of him.
