Rico Recklezz Biography: Height, Ethnicity, Age, Net Worth, Siblings, Parents, Songs, EPs, Singles

Rico Recklezz, born Ronnie Ramsey, is a rapper from Chicago’s South Side.

  He gained significant attention in 2016 with his diss track “No Talking,” which targeted Soulja Boy and utilized the beat from “Crank That (Soulja Boy).”

This track, along with his confrontational style and affiliations with the Black P Stone Nation, propelled him into the spotlight.

Profile

• Full name: Ronnie Ramsey
• Nickname: Rico Recklezz
• Date of birth: June 21, 1991
• Age: 34 years old
• Gender: Male
• Place of birth: Chicago, Illinois, USA
• State of origin: Illinois
• Nationality: American
• Profession: Rapper
• Height: 5 feet 8 inches (172 cm)
• Parents: N/A
• Siblings: N/A
• Spouse: N/A
• Children: Two (a son and a daughter)
• Relationship status: Single
• Religion: Christianity
• Ethnicity: African-American
• Net worth: $1 million

Early Life and Education

Ronnie Ramsey was born on June 21, 1991, in Chicago, Illinois. He was raised in the Bronzeville neighbourhood before moving to Englewood, an area known for its challenges and street influences. Details about his parents and siblings remain undisclosed.

Identifying as African-American and practicing Christianity, Rico’s early life was shaped by the cultural and social dynamics of Chicago’s South Side. He attended high school in Chicago; however, specific details about his educational background and any subsequent academic pursuits are not available.

Personal Life

Rico Recklezz maintains a private personal life. He has two children—a son and a daughter—but the identities of their mother(s) have not been publicly disclosed. In December 2024, reports surfaced about him dating singer Summer Walker, but further details about their relationship remain limited.

Career

Rico Recklezz launched his music career in 2013 with the release of the album “Realer Than Words,” a collaborative effort with DJ Cortez and DJ Speechless.  

He continued to build his discography with projects like “Rico Don’t Shoot Em 2: Back from Hell” in 2015, collaborating with DJ Cortez and DJ Louie V. His music is characterized by its raw depiction of street life and confrontational lyrics, often addressing rivalries within the Chicago rap scene.

In 2016, he released the mixtape “Get It in Blood” with Ewol Samo, and in 2017, he dropped “Big Recklezz,” featuring rapper C-row. His remix of 6ix9ine’s “Gummo” in 2018 further showcased his aggressive style.  

Despite legal troubles, including a three-year prison sentence starting in 2020, Rico continued to release music, with projects like “Flattz & Gunz 2” in 2020 and multiple releases in 2023, including “Koolin n Hell 2,” “GET IT IN BLOOD,” “Everybody Hates Recklezz,” and “Temerario.”

Net Worth

Rico Recklezz’s net worth is estimated at $1 million. His income primarily stems from his music career, including album sales, streaming revenue, live performances, and collaborations with other artists.  

Controversy

In 2013, he was arrested for using real firearms during the filming of a music video for his song “No Reason,” leading to legal issues that would recur throughout his career. One of his most notable controversies occurred in 2016 when he released the diss track “No Talking,” targeting Soulja Boy and using the beat from “Crank That (Soulja Boy).”

The track escalated tensions between the two artists, with reports suggesting that Soulja Boy allegedly placed a $100,000 bounty on Rico‘s head, although this claim was never substantiated. Rico has also been involved in public disputes with other Chicago rappers, including Lil Durk and Lil Reese.

His 2016 track “Hit Em Up” aimed at several local artists, intensifying rivalries within the Chicago rap scene. These feuds often played out on social media and in interviews, contributing to his reputation as a provocateur.

In 2020, Rico was arrested on gun possession charges and sentenced to three years in prison at Stateville Correctional Center. He was released in February 2024. His incarceration impacted his career, but he resumed releasing music upon his release.

Social Media

• Instagram: @ricorecklezz075
• X: @Rico_Recklezz

Discography

• Realer Than Words (2013)
• Rico Don’t Shoot Em 2: Back from Hell (2015)
• Big Recklezz (2017)
• Grand Theft Auto 6 (2017)
• Gunsmoke (2019)
• Kushsmoke (2019)
• Flattz & Gunz 2 (2020)
• Koolin n Hell 2 (2023)
• GET IT IN BLOOD (2023)
• Everybody Hates Recklezz (2023)
• Temerario (2023)