YK Osiris

Osiris Jahkail Williams (born September 7, 1998), known professionally as YK Osiris, is an American rapper and singer-songwriter from Jacksonville, Florida. He initially gained popularity with the release of his songs "I'm Next (Freestyle)" and "Valentine". In 2022, he was dropped from Def Jam Recordings. Life and career Williams was born in Jacksonville, Florida. He started making music of his own at a young age. Williams first uploaded songs under his given name, posting his song "Fake Love" in 2017 before using the moniker "YK Osiris" (YK stands for Young King) for future productions. In 2019, he released his debut (and his only studio album to date), The Golden Child. It was also his only release under Def Jam Recordings; in December 2022, he was released from the label. In July 2023, he released a single called "Dear Fans". Personal life On August 22, 2018, Williams's tour bus was shot at as it traveled along Interstate 64 in St. Louis, Missouri. Williams was not harmed, but four others inside the bus were shot and wounded.