Baton Rouge Rapper Glenn "Young Bleed" Clifton Jr. Passes Away
Glenn "Young Bleed" Clifton Jr., a pioneering Baton Rouge rapper from the 1990s, died after suffering a brain aneurysm in Las Vegas. He was known for his contributions to the Baton Rouge hip hop scene and his work with the rap group Concentration Camp, which included artists C-Loc and Happy Perez.
Rise to Fame and Legacy
Before the rise of artists like Boosie, Kevin Gates, and NBA Youngboy, Clifton helped shape the city's distinctive sound. His 1997 single "How You Do Dat," released with C-Loc, gained significant attention and led to his signing with No Limit/Priority Records. In 1998, after signing with the label, Master P re-released the track, and it went platinum.
Final Performance and Passing
Clifton performed with No Limit at the No Limit vs. Cash Money Verzuz event on October 25 and collapsed at an after-party.
Personal Life and Influence
Born on June 6, 1974, in Baton Rouge, Clifton was also known by the nicknames "Tank" and "Bleed." Despite worldwide tours, he remained connected to his hometown. His eldest son, Ty'Gee Ramon Clifton, described him as a hero and role model.
"I always will love and respect him. He was definitely a man of honor. He's my role model," Ty'Gee said. "He's the reason I literally walk and talk the way that I do."
Family Impact
Clifton was only 17 when Ty'Gee was born but played a major role in his life. Though Young Bleed was a well-known figure in hip hop, to Ty'Gee, he was simply "Dad."
Author's summary: Glenn "Young Bleed" Clifton Jr., a key figure in 1990s Baton Rouge rap, left a lasting impact on hip hop and inspired his family deeply before his untimely death in 2025.