Jonathan H. Smith, known professionally as Lil Jon, is a distinguished figure in the music industry, emblematic of the southern hip-hop and crunk genres. Born on January 17, 1971, in Atlanta, Georgia, Lil Jon began his career in the music scene as a DJ in local clubs. He rose to fame in the early 2000s as the frontman for Lil Jon & The East Side Boyz, cementing his status with hits like "Get Low" and the iconic party anthem "Turn Down for What." His gritty, shouted delivery became synonymous with the crunk movement, a subgenre he helped to popularize through his energetic tracks and his signature call and response cadence.

Throughout his career, Lil Jon has shown a remarkable ability to stay relevant, collaborating with a diverse range of artists and exploring different music styles. His recent releases, such as “Till The Club Close” and the energetic “JUMPIN,” along with its Timmy Trumpet Remix, exhibit his enduring influence in the club music scene. Lil Jon's artistry is further highlighted in tracks like “What We On” with E-40, which adds a contemporary edge to his established sonic footprint. With a catalog that embraces dance floor anthems and Latin-flavored tracks like “Vamos a Beber” and its Sak Noel Remix, Lil Jon continues not only to be an influential figure but also a versatile artist eager to push the boundaries of genre and create music that resonates across different audiences.

Genres

Atl Hip Hop

Crunk

Dance Pop

Dirty South Rap

Old School Atlanta Hip Hop

Pop Rap

Southern Hip Hop

Trap

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Latest Release

Do What I Wanna Do (House Mix)

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Lil Jon

Single - Released October 18, 2024