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Illa J (John Derek Yancey) was born on 13 October, 1986 in Detroit, Michigan, U.S., is an American rapper. Discover Illa J's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 37 years old?

Popular As John Derek Yancey
Occupation Rapper, singer, producer, songwriter,
Age 37 years old
Zodiac Sign Libra
Born 13 October, 1986
Birthday 13 October
Birthplace Detroit, Michigan, U.S.
Nationality United States

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Illa J Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Illa J worth at the age of 37 years old? Illa J’s income source is mostly from being a successful Rapper. He is from United States. We have estimated Illa J's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2024 $1 Million - $5 Million
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1986

John Derek Yancey (born October 13, 1986), better known by his stage name Illa J, is an American rapper, singer, producer and songwriter from Detroit, Michigan who has released two albums on Delicious Vinyl Records.

He is the younger brother of the late hip hop producer, and rapper J Dilla, and a former member of hip hop group Slum Village.

He also released a collaborative album as Yancey Boys along with Frank Nitt.

Illa J's second solo album ILLA J came out via the Brooklyn based record label, Bastard Jazz.

Illa J grew up in a musical family.

He is the younger brother of J Dilla, and is the son of Maureen Yancey, a former opera singer, and a former jazz bassist.

John Yancey was the youngest of four children including a sister (Martha) and two brothers (Earl and James).

The family lived in a house near McDougall and Nevada, on the east side of Detroit.

According to Slum Village founding member T3, before getting into music Illa J's main focus was basketball.

2006

In 2006, after the death of his brother, he decided to drop out of Central Michigan University, and continue the family's involvement with music.

2008

In 2008, he released his debut album, Yancey Boys on Delicious Vinyl Records.

It is produced entirely by previously unused beats that were made by J Dilla and were left sitting at the offices of Delicious Vinyl over several years.

2009

Stones Throw Records released a digital instrumental version of the album in 2009.

2010

In the following year (2010), he quietly released a second EP entitled, 4 Past Midnite.

2013

In the year 2013, he followed with the album Evolution as Slum Village along with rapper T3 and producer Young RJ, and a collaborative album with Frank Nitt, entitled Sunset Blvd.

2015

In 2015, he released ILLA J on Bastard Jazz Records.