Jersey City native and son of Moroccan and Filipino parents, YP started writing at the age of 13 as a way to communicate and understand his place in the world. A lyricist heavily inspired by his unique upbringing and the Golden Era of hip-hop, YP understood the power of culture and the arts at a young age. Whether rapping alongside Ali Ssamid or gliding over the guitar loop on "Santiago," these influences can be felt in both his feature selection and stand-alone songs. Born Omar Lamrabat in 1995, YP came of age at a time where rap was both expanding and breaking into the mainstream. Today, hip-hop has transcended borders and captivated the energy of urban youth around the world. In this context, YP has distinguished his brand and his sound by leaning into his inner-city upbringing as well as global heritage to develop a fanbase that traverses continents. In his approach, he has created a world that draws in the listener be it in North America or North Africa.