Fredo Santana, born Derrick Coleman on July 4, 1990, was an influential American rapper and a prominent figure in the Chicago Drill movement, which surged in the early 2010s. Embracing a gritty and unflinching narrative style, Santana's music was deeply rooted in the street life of Chicago, reflecting the violence and hardships he observed and experienced in the city's South Side. His distinctively hoarse voice and authentic storytelling garnered a loyal following, as he vividly depicted the struggles and ambitions of the urban milieu.

Santana burst onto the scene with a series of mixtapes including "It's a Scary Site," "Fredo Kruger," and "Trappin Ain't Dead," which established him as one of the formidable voices in the genre. Collaborating with relatives such as Chief Keef, he played a crucial role in the rise of the Drill phenomenon, characterized by its stark lyrical content and haunting trap beats. Fredo's discography comprises a relentless output of hard-hitting tracks evident in projects like "Fredo Mafia," "Fredo Kruger 2," and "Ain't No Money Like Trap Money, Vol. 1." Despite his unexpected passing on December 20, 2017, Fredo Santana's impact on the rap industry and the Drill music scene continues to resonate, inspiring a new generation of artists and fans alike.

Genres

Chicago Drill

Chicago Rap

Drill

Plugg

Trap

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Chief Keef

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Futuristic

Latest Release

Guantanamo Control (Silk's Funky House Mix)

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Fredo Santana

Single - Released June 3, 2023