Louisiana lawmaker honors rapper Juvenile for contributions to hip-hop, Black America

Hip-hop legend Juvenile has been introduced to a Congressional resolution honoring the New Orleans native of hip-hop and his contributions to the black community.

Rep. Troy Carter (D-Lo.) presented a boy born in Terius Gray. honor wednesday.

Carter, also from New Orleans, said in the resolution that the rapper is recognized as “a trailblazer in Southern-style hip-hop,” citing Gray’s achievements in his music career both at home and abroad.

Gray rose to prominence as a flagship artist on Cash Money Records, a then-starting record label founded by the brother duo of Ronald “Slim” Williams and Brian “Birdman” Williams, and his label mates Lill. – Along with Wayne, he became known as a member of the label’s Hot Boy Group. 1990s and early 2000s.

Gray’s third album, 1998’s 400 Degrees, was certified four times platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America. But it worked. No. 1 hit “Slow Motion” featuring the late rapper Soulja Slim.

“This will forever remain in the Library of Congress. This speaks to your contribution to hip-hop, to the culture of Louisiana, and more specifically to the culture of New Orleans. Always ‘back that as May you encourage ‘Up’,” Carter said to Gray with family and longtime producer and friend Manny Fresh by his side.

It’s the second honor the New Orleans native has won since he received the award unanimously in the Louisiana legislature earlier this month. passed a resolution To honor rappers for their contributions to the hip-hop community and culture.

Juvenile, which recently launched its own alcoholic beverage, gained national attention by performing “Back That Azz Up” at the 2020 Tom Steyer presidential campaign event. Steyer, who danced with Gray on stage, was dropped from the 2020 race for the following reasons: Day.

“Juvenile deserves the highest recognition as a person who proudly represents the city of New Orleans and the state of Louisiana as a globally recognized musical artist,” Carter added in the resolution. “I am proud to recognize Terius Juvenile Gray’s musical and cultural contributions, recognizing his pivotal role in popularizing New Orleans bounce-style music around the world. And I sincerely wish him continued prosperity in all his endeavours,” both in Louisiana and across the United States. ”