Who Is Peysoh? Meet Cali’s Latest Secret Weapon
Written by djfrosty on December 5, 2024
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Kendrick Lamar’s latest album, ‘GNX’ is making noise, and one of the biggest surprises is the feature list. Kenny has always repped the West Coast, but this time he gave us a taste of what the new California sound is all about. Putting young artists like, Left Gunplay & Siete7x but one really stood out from the crowd. Maywood, California’s own Peysoh has made the most of his moment since his feature on the GNX project.
Known for his slick talk and authentic West Coast flow, Peysoh brings something fresh to the album. His verse on the track ‘GNX’ stands out, adding a West Coast vibe that mixes perfectly with Kendrick’s pocket. Peysoh’s verse reflected his experiences in the street life, hustling, and keeping it real, making his appearance a standout moment. This was a huge look for Peysoh, showing he’s next up in the rap game. Kendrick’s always putting on new talent, and Peysoh’s one to watch now.
Since then, the industry has been showing love to him, with co-signs from artists like Roddy Ricch, Future, Tyler The Creator, and more.
Who is Peysoh?
Timothy Obutuke aka “Peysoh” was born on December 23, 2003, in Maywood, California. Growing up, he faced a lot of tough moments, especially losing his father to gun violence when he was just 6 years old. Peysoh went to Maywood High, where he played basketball, and graduated in 2023. He grew up with two sisters and always kept music as a way to express his life experiences in the streets. The Mexican rapper dropped his first single ‘6 Block’ at the age of 16 & his first album, Ghetto Journal, in 2022.