I.G STR is a Hatian born Canadian artist, who additionally produces and engineers for other artists. He established a collective in 2016 with fellow artist and brother Rak STR called "Sad Till Rich". His 2017 breakout single "Ya x4" was an introduction to his catchy bars, and melodic flows. I.G STR is mainly influenced by the creative stylings of Jimi Hendrix, Wyclef Jean, and Future. He produced Past Tense off 2Time's debut EP; the two have a collaboration tape planned for release later this fall. I.G STR's own debut EP is expected to drop this winter.