Ken Carson
Kenyatta Lee Frazier Jr.[1] (born April 11, 2000) is an American rapper and record producer from Atlanta, Georgia,[2] who performs under the stage name Ken Carson. He is known for his dark, emo-rap style and his association with the Atlanta rap scene. Carson initially gained attention for his SoundCloud releases and collaborations with fellow Atlanta rapper Playboi Carti. In 2019, Carson signed with Carti's record label Opium, an imprint of Interscope Records.[3]
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| Birth name | Kenyatta Lee Frazier Jr. |
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| Born | 11 April 2000
(aged 26) Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. |
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| Years active | 2015–present |
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Carson was born Kenyatta Lee Frazier Jr.[1] on April 11, 2000, in Atlanta, Georgia. He began his music career in 2015 when he joined the record production collective 808 Mafia. Carson started releasing music on SoundCloud in 2017, and his popularity grew through his collaborations with other Atlanta rappers, including Playboi Carti.
His debut studio album, Project X, was released on July 23, 2021, to critical acclaim. The album featured the singles "Rock N Roll" and "Change," which both gained significant attention on social media.
Carson's music is characterized by its dark, emo-rap style. He often incorporates elements of trap music and alternative rock into his sound. Carson's lyrics often explore themes of depression, anxiety, and heartbreak.
Carson has been nominated for several awards, including the BET Hip Hop Awards for Best New Hip Hop Artist in 2021.
Discography
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Pierre, Alphonse. On the Road With Ken Carson (in en-US). Pitchfork (November 4, 2024). Retrieved May 1, 2026.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Schube, Will. Atlanta Rapper Ken Carson Drops New Album ‘X’ (in en-US). uDiscover Music (July 9, 2022). Retrieved May 1, 2026.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Saponara, Michael. 8 Things to Know About Ken Carson as ‘More Chaos’ Tops Billboard 200 (in en-US). Billboard (April 21, 2025). Retrieved May 1, 2026.
- ↑ A, Aron. Ken Car$on Delivers On New Album "Project X" (in en). HotNewHipHop. Retrieved May 1, 2026.
- ↑ KEN CARSON UNLEASHES "MORE CHAOS" (in en). www.hitsdailydouble.com. Retrieved May 1, 2026.