fetti wapreal name Willie Jr. Maxwell II, is a rapper, singer, and songwriter from Paterson, New Jersey. Known for his signature melodic rap singing style, raspy tones, and emotionally driven street anthems, his sound blends influences from, and also includes inspiration from, southern hip-hop. Gucci Mane Featuring an infectious hook that helped define his early success.
He burst onto the global stage in 2014 with his smash hit. trap queenrose to 2nd place. billboard hot 100And it became a cultural phenomenon.
In August 2022, Fetty Wap pleaded guilty to federal drug charges and was sentenced to six years in prison in New York in May 2023. he served time in FCI Sandstonea low-security federal facility in Sandstone, Minnesota, before being released on January 8, 2026.
He was born with congenital glaucoma and lost his left eye when he was 6 months old. After undergoing reconstructive surgery at the age of 12, he made the personal decision to stop wearing prosthetic eyes, choosing instead to embrace his individuality.
during his appearance tamron hall showFetty Wap reflected on his rapid rise in the music industry and how fame quickly changed his life. He spoke candidly about stepping into stardom, even though he felt like an ordinary person at heart. He also addressed the humiliating reality of his arrest and incarceration, and shared how the experience forced him to slow down, reevaluate his choices, and reassess what is truly important.
Fetty Wap also talked about the challenges he faced growing up and how those early struggles shaped many of his decisions, both good and bad. He spoke candidly about accountability, personal growth, and the responsibility he feels now to move in a different direction. Leaving prison and being reunited with his children was an emotional turning point that changed his mindset and deepened his appreciation for the simple things in life.
Now focused on rebuilding with purpose and clarity, Fetty Wap spoke about what the future holds, not only as an artist and professionally, but as an individual, as a father, and as a man committed to growth.
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