Pastor Troy Biography: Awards, Films, Music, Height, Ethnicity, Age, Net Worth, Siblings, Parents

Pastor Troy, born Micah LeVar Troy on November 18, 1977, in College Park, Georgia, is an American rapper known for his energetic style and Southern hip-hop influence.

He gained prominence in the early 2000s with his hit single “Are We Cuttin'” featuring Ms. Jade, which entered the Billboard Hot 100.

This track was part of his sixth album, Universal Soldier, which peaked at number 13 on the Billboard 200 chart.

Profile

• Full Name: Micah LeVar Troy
• Nickname: Pastor Troy
• Date of Birth: November 18, 1977
• Age: 48 years old
• Gender: Male
• Place of Birth: College Park, Georgia, USA
• State of Origin: Georgia
• Nationality: American
• Profession: Rapper, Songwriter, Producer
• Height: 6 ft 3 in (190.5 cm)
• Parents: Alfred Troy (father), Sheryl Troy (mother)
• Siblings: N/A
• Spouse: N/A
• Children: N/A
• Relationship Status: N/A
• Religion: Christianity
• Ethnicity: African-American
• Net Worth: $5 million

Early Life and Education

Micah LeVar Troy was born on November 18, 1977, in College Park, Georgia. His father, Alfred Troy, is a former drill instructor turned pastor, and his mother, Sheryl Troy, provided a nurturing home environment.

Growing up in a religious household, Troy was exposed to both the discipline of his father’s military background and the spiritual teachings of the church.  

He graduated from Creekside High School in Fairburn, Georgia, and later attended Paine College in Augusta, Georgia. However, he decided to pursue a career in rap music, drawing inspiration from his experiences in both the church and the streets.

Personal Life

Information regarding Pastor Troy‘s personal life, including details about his spouse, relationships, or children, is not publicly disclosed.

Career

Pastor Troy began his music career in the late 1990s, releasing his debut album We Ready (I Declare War) in 1999. He gained national attention with his fourth album, Face Off, released in 2001 under Universal Records. His sixth album, Universal Soldier, released in 2002, featured the hit single “Are We Cuttin'” and peaked at number 13 on the Billboard 200 chart.

Throughout his career, Pastor Troy has released numerous albums, often exploring themes of spirituality and street life. He has also been involved in acting, writing, directing, and starring in the 2019 film Down 2 Come Up.

Awards

• Legends of ATL Award from BMI (2016)

Net Worth

Pastor Troy’s net Worth is estimated to be around $5 million. He has accumulated his wealth through music sales, performances, acting roles, and various business ventures, including his record label, Madd Society Records.

Controversy

In January 2020, Pastor Troy made headlines for his comments regarding rapper Lil Nas X’s outfit at the Grammy Awards. He criticized the attire, leading to accusations of homophobia. In subsequent interviews, Pastor Troy stated that he was not being homophobic but expressed that “being gay isn’t right,” further fueling the controversy.

Throughout his career, Pastor Troy has been involved in public conflicts with several artists, including Sno, The BME Click, Lil Scrappy, Hitman Sammy Sam, Miracle, and Master P. These disputes have often been highlighted in the media, contributing to his controversial image in the hip-hop community.

Social Media

• Instagram: @pastortroydsgb
• X: @pastortroydsgb
• YouTube: Pastor Troy

Filmography

• Down 2 Come Up (2019)
• We Were Homeboyz (2012)
• Down to the Bone

Discography

• We Ready (I Declare War) (1999)
• I Am D.S.G.B. (2000)
• Pastor Troy for President (2000)
• Face Off (2001)
• Hell 2 Pay (2002)
• Universal Soldier (2002)
• By Any Means Necessary (2004)
• Face Off, Part II (2005)
• Stay Tru (2006)
• By Choice or By Force (2006)
• Tool Muziq (2007)
• Attitude Adjuster (2008)
• ATL (A-Town Legend) (2008)
• TROY (2008)
• Feel Me or Kill Me (2009)
• Ready for War (2009)
• Love Me, Hate Me (2009)
• G.I. Troy – Strictly 4 My Soldiers (2010)
• Zero Tolerance (2010)
• Attitude Adjuster 2 (2010)
• King of All Kings (2010)
• Still Troy (2011)
• H.N.I.C. (2011)
• The Last Outlaw (2012)
• The Streets Need You (2013)
• Welcome to the Rap Game (2014)
• War in Atlanta (2015)
• Clubber Lang (2018)
• Enemy of the State (2019)
• I Said What I Said (2020)
• O.G.P.T. (2017)