PnB Rock

Date of Birth: December 9, 1991

Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius

Date of Death: September 12, 2022

Biography

Rakim Hasheem Allen, better known by his stage name PnB Rock, was an American rapper, singer, and songwriter from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Born on December 9, 1991, PnB Rock grew up in the Germantown neighborhood of Philadelphia. He experienced a challenging childhood marked by the loss of his father to violence when he was just three years old and periods of homelessness and incarceration during his adolescence. PnB Rock’s stage name stands for “Pastorius and Baynton,” a reference to a street corner near where he grew up. He first gained attention with his 2014 mixtape “Real N*gga Bangaz.” His unique blend of hip-hop, R&B, and melodic rap quickly earned him a following. In 2016, he released his breakthrough single “Selfish,” which peaked at number 51 on the US Billboard Hot 100. PnB Rock’s debut studio album, “Catch These Vibes,” was released in 2017, followed by “TrapStar Turnt PopStar” in 2019. Both albums received critical acclaim and solidified his place in the music industry. Over his career, he collaborated with numerous high-profile artists, including XXXTentacion, A Boogie wit da Hoodie, and Wiz Khalifa.

5 Interesting Facts about PnB Rock

1. PnB Rock’s early life was marked by hardship, including the murder of his father when he was just three years old.

2. His single “Selfish” went viral and has been certified platinum by the RIAA.

3. He contributed to the soundtrack of the hit movie “Fate of the Furious” with the song “Gang Up.”

4. PnB Rock was known for his philanthropic efforts and frequently gave back to his community in Philadelphia.

5. He was a featured artist on Ed Sheeran’s “Cross Me” alongside Chance the Rapper.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from PnB Rock

1. “I make music for the people who feel like they don’t have a voice.”

2. “I always wanted to be versatile with my music. I never wanted to be put in a box.”

3. “Don’t let anyone stop you from achieving your dreams. The only person that can stop you is you.”

4. “Music was my escape from everything going on around me.”

5. “I want to inspire people to be different and to embrace their uniqueness.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

The highest net worth PnB Rock achieved was estimated to be around $3 million.

Children

PnB Rock had two daughters. His first daughter, Milan, was born in 2013, and his second daughter, Xuri, was born in 2020 with his girlfriend Stephanie Sibounheuang.