Young Pappy Biography: Net Worth, Height, Age, Spouse, Parents, Songs & Albums, Death

Shaquon Thomas, professionally known as Young Pappy, was an American rapper and drill artist born on May 10, 1995.

He gained notoriety in the Chicago drill music scene for his aggressive lyrical style, street-centered storytelling, and raw energy.

A member of the Gangster Disciples-affiliated PBG (Passport Gang), Young Pappy was known for songs like Killa, Homicide, and Faneto Freestyle.

Profile

• Full Name: Shaquon Thomas
• Stage Name: Young Pappy
• Born: May 10, 1995
• Age (at death): 20 years old
• Birthplace: Chicago, Illinois, United States
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Rapper, Songwriter
• Height: 5 feet 8 inches (173 cm)
• Parents: Ingrid Thomas
• Siblings: Ryan Thompson (rapper known as BuDouble)
• Spouse: None
• Children: None
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $100,000

Early Life And Education

Shaquon Thomas was born on May 10, 1995, in Chicago, Illinois, and was 20 years old at the time of his death in 2015.

He was raised by his parents Ingrid Thomas in Chicago’s Uptown neighborhood, a hotspot for gang conflicts and violence.

He had a brother, Ryan Thompson, who is also a rapper known as BuDouble.

Young Pappy was of African-American ethnicity and was believed to be raised with Christian values, although his lifestyle later reflected the harsh realities of street life more than religious teachings.

Details about his formal education are limited, but it’s known that he struggled to stay in school due to the environment he lived in.

Much of his early life was influenced by gang culture, which shaped both his worldview and music.

Career

Young Pappy began rapping as a teenager, using music as a way to vent about street life, survival, and violence in Chicago.

He became affiliated with PBG (Passport Gang) and TBG (Insane Gangster Disciples) and started gaining attention with diss tracks and freestyles that circulated heavily online.

Pappy was known for his hard-hitting flow and bold delivery, often using real-life references to local gang feuds, which gained him notoriety both in music circles and on the streets.

His lyrics were often controversial and unapologetically aggressive, characteristic of the Chicago drill movement.

Despite multiple attempts on his life, he continued releasing music and had plans to pursue rap professionally.

Unfortunately, he was shot and killed on May 29, 2015, in a drive-by shooting in Rogers Park, Chicago, cutting his career tragically short.

Personal Life

American rapper and drill artist Young Pappy, At the time of his death, was single and had no children.

He kept most of his private relationships off the public radar.

Regarding his height, Young Pappy stood at 5 feet 8 inches tall (173 cm) and was known for his slim build, tattoos, and intense personality.

Discography/Filmography

Popular Tracks:

• Killa
• Homicide
• Faneto Freestyle
• Shooters
• 2 Cups
• Savage
• Don’t Lack

Mixtapes:

• 2 Cups: Part 1
• 2 Cups: Part 2 (released posthumously)

Net Worth

At the time of his death, Young Pappy had an estimated net worth of $100,000, primarily earned from YouTube monetization, underground performances, and digital music streaming.

He was unsigned but had built a strong street-level buzz and fanbase, with plans to go further before his untimely passing.