10 Interesting Facts about Rich Homie Quan

There are many famous American rappers such as Jay Z, Lil Wayne, and Lil Kim. Have you ever heard about Rich Homie Quan? He is also a notable American rapper who comes from Atlanta, Georgia. He is also recognized as a songwriter and singer. Facts about Rich Homie Quan will tell you other details.

Facts about Rich Homie Quan 1: the real name

Rich Homie Quan is only his stage name. His birth name is Dequantes Devontay Lamar. He was born on 4th October 1989. T.I.G. Entertainment and Motown Records sign him as their artist.

Facts about Rich Homie Quan 2: the dirty rap south

The dirty rap south is cited as his influence on rapping. The rappers like Goodie Mob, Gucci Mane, Young Jeezy, Kilo Ali, Lil Wayne, Lil Boosie and Outkast had influenced him.

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Facts about Rich Homie Quan 3: the early life

Quan was a shy person when he was at school. He developed great interest of poetry. Creative writing was an enjoyable class for him. His favorite subject was literature at school.

Facts about Rich Homie Quan 4: basketball

Quan was aspired to become a professional basketball player. When he studied at Georgia’s Ronald McNair Sr. High School, Atlanta, he played basketball for four years. During his first year, he played basketball at the varsity level as a leadoff hitter and a center fielder. Fort Valley State University also offered him a scholarship.

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Facts about Rich Homie Quan 5: rapping

He started to rap and had a job. However, he was involved in illegal activities after losing his job. Therefore, he had to stay to prison for 15 months.

Facts about Rich Homie Quan 6: leaving the prison

Quan left the prison in 2011. After his release, he said to himself that he should not be shy anymore.

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Facts about Rich Homie Quan 7: the first mixtape

The first mixtape of Quan was Still Going In. It featured the first single of “Differences” released in 2012.

Facts about Rich Homie Quan 8: as a featured artist

Quan also worked with other rappers as a featured artist. “Chasin’ Paper”, “Can’t Trust Her” and “I heard” were the songs of Gucci Mane’s album Trap House III that featured Quan.