G Herbo
A Chicago rapper whose raw, drill-infused narratives turned street life into gripping, nationally resonant poetry.
Born 1995 (age 31)·American rapper·Birthday: October 8·Millennials
Biography
Emerging from the crucible of Chicago's South Side, G Herbo (born Herbert Wright III) became a central voice in the city's drill scene, but his artistry quickly transcended the genre's boundaries. His early mixtapes, like 'Welcome to Fazoland,' were not just music; they were visceral, unfiltered documentaries of survival, loss, and the psychological toll of urban violence. His voice, a gravelly and urgent instrument, delivered lines that felt less performed and more testified. As he matured, so did his scope. Albums like 'Humble Beast' and 'PTSD' confronted trauma head-on, blending street reportage with introspection and advocacy. He co-founded the nonprofit Swervin' Through Stress to provide mental health resources to underserved communities, turning his personal reckonings into public service. Herbo's journey maps the evolution of a street reporter into a nuanced storyteller and community figure, all while maintaining the uncompromising authenticity that first commanded attention.
Millennials
1981–1996
The first digital natives. Grew up with the internet, came of age during 9/11 and the 2008 crash. Highly educated, deeply indebted, slower to marry and buy houses. Redefined work, identity, and what it means to be an adult.
G was born in 1995, placing them squarely in the Millennials. The events that shaped this generation — the internet revolution, 9/11, and the 2008 financial crisis — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When G Was Born
The biggest hits of 1995
#1 Movie
Toy Story
Best Picture
Braveheart
#1 TV Show
Seinfeld
G's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1995Born
Oklahoma City bombing; Windows 95 released
Gas: $1.15/galHome: $96,500Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Gangsta's Paradise" — CoolioBest Picture: Braveheart
2000Started school
Y2K passes without incident; contested Bush-Gore election
Gas: $1.51/galHome: $119,600Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Breathe" — Faith HillBest Picture: Gladiator
2008Became a teenager
Barack Obama elected first Black US president; financial crisis
Gas: $3.27/galHome: $153,100Min wage: $6.55/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Low" — Flo RidaBest Picture: Slumdog Millionaire
2011Could drive
Osama bin Laden killed; Arab Spring sweeps the Middle East
Gas: $3.53/galHome: $138,400Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Rolling in the Deep" — AdeleBest Picture: The Artist
2013Could vote
Edward Snowden reveals NSA surveillance programs
Gas: $3.53/galHome: $152,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Thrift Shop" — Macklemore & Ryan LewisBest Picture: 12 Years a Slave
2016Turned 21
Donald Trump elected president; Brexit vote
Gas: $2.14/galHome: $181,700Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Love Yourself" — Justin BieberBest Picture: Moonlight
2025Turned 30
AI agents go mainstream
Gas: $3.10/galHome: $385,000Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Donald Trump"APT." — Rose & Bruno Mars
2026Age 31 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- His debut studio album 'Humble Beast' (2017) was met with significant critical praise for its depth and narrative strength.
- Co-founded the mental health initiative 'Swervin' Through Stress' to provide therapy and resources to at-risk youth.
- Pioneered a melodic and introspective style within the Chicago drill framework, influencing a wave of subsequent artists.
- Earned a Grammy nomination for his collaboration on the song 'PTSD' from the album of the same name.
Did You Know?
He began rapping at the age of 11 under the name Lil' Herb before shortening it to G Herbo.
He is a dedicated fan of the NBA and often references basketball legends like Kobe Bryant in his music and mixtape titles.
He has been open about his struggles with PTSD stemming from childhood trauma and violence witnessed in Chicago.
“I'm a product of my environment, but I'm not a prisoner of it.”
