Age, Biography and Wiki
Yung Wun (James Carlton Anderson) was born on 5 May, 1982 in Atlanta, Georgia, U.S., is an American rapper. Discover Yung Wun'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 45 years old?
| Popular As |
James Carlton Anderson |
| Occupation |
Rapper · Songwriter |
| Age |
45 years old |
| Zodiac Sign |
Taurus |
| Born |
5 May, 1979 |
| Birthday |
5 May |
| Birthplace |
Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. |
| Nationality |
United States
|
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He is a member of famous Rapper with the age 45 years old group.
Yung Wun Height, Weight & Measurements
At 45 years old, Yung Wun height not available right now. We will update Yung Wun's Height, weight, Body Measurements, Eye Color, Hair Color, Shoe & Dress size soon as possible.
| Physical Status |
| Height |
Not Available |
| Weight |
Not Available |
| Body Measurements |
Not Available |
| Eye Color |
Not Available |
| Hair Color |
Not Available |
Dating & Relationship status
He is currently single. He is not dating anyone. We don't have much information about He's past relationship and any previous engaged. According to our Database, He has no children.
| Family |
| Parents |
Not Available |
| Wife |
Not Available |
| Sibling |
Not Available |
| Children |
Not Available |
Yung Wun Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Yung Wun worth at the age of 45 years old? Yung Wun’s income source is mostly from being a successful Rapper. He is from United States. We have estimated Yung Wun's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.
| Net Worth in 2024 |
$1 Million - $5 Million |
| Salary in 2024 |
Under Review |
| Net Worth in 2023 |
Pending |
| Salary in 2023 |
Under Review |
| House |
Not Available |
| Cars |
Not Available |
| Source of Income |
Rapper |
Yung Wun Social Network
Timeline
James Carlton Anderson (born May 5, 1982), better known by his stage name Yung Wun, is an American rapper from Atlanta.
Yung Wun was raised in the Eastlake Meadows housing projects, otherwise known as "Little Vietnam".
Yung Wun was very quickly exposed to the effects of crime and soon became involved with several gangs.
By the age of thirteen, he had fully embraced a life of criminality.
Yung Wun had numerous encounters with police as he took part in random lawlessness, which landed him in the juvenile justice system.
It was during this that Yung Wun found relief through lyrical expression.
He began rhyming as a form of escape.
He won several oratorical contests and writing awards.
Yung Wun's grandmother, Vera, regularly pleaded with him to turn his life around, to get off the streets and concentrate on his talents in speaking and writing.
In the single most pivotal moment of his young life, Yung Wun's grandmother died in his arms.
Overwhelmed by her death, he was left to contemplate his future path.
He decided to clean up his life and choose a more legal path.
Yung Wun devoted his life to his art form.
Inspired by the works of his rap idols, notably Tupac Shakur, The Notorious B.I.G. and DMX, he began showcasing his talents all over metro Atlanta, grabbing the attention of several music executives.
Yung Wun appeared on several underground down-south projects while he endured the underhandedness of the music industry.
In 1998, his career took an upward turn when he signed with producers from Dark Society Recordings, an Atlanta-based production company.
The team completed an album project and presented it to platinum selling super producer, Swizz Beatz.
Swizz Beatz was impressed with Yung Wun's ability and presented the album to Ruff Ryders executives.
Yung Wun began his affiliation with Ruff Ryders in 1999, and his debut major appearance was his feature on the music video version of "Down Bottom" with Drag-On.
Following this appearance, Yung Wun appeared more prominently on Ruff Ryders albums.
He was featured on three songs from the second Ruff Ryders compilation album, Ryde or Die Vol. 2: Stomp, Ryde Or Die Boyz, and WW III.
He was also featured on Jadakiss' first solo album and appeared on Swizz Beatz compilation on DreamWorks, G.H.E.T.T.O. Stories.
Yung Wun's lyrical style consists of a blend of down south energy and ferocious.
His first solo album The Dirtiest Thirstiest was released in 2004 on J Records co-signed under Arnold Schwarzenegger.
He also created "Yung Wun Anthem", which was included on the soundtrack for EA Sport's "Madden NFL 2005" video game.
