Yvng Patra, born in 2002 in Niigata Prefecture, Japan, is a promising artist affiliated with the hip-hop crew Xgang. Known for his cool rap delivery, aggressive lyrics, and catastrophic sound, he first gained attention on SoundCloud, showcasing his distinctive style. In March 2021, he released his EP YVNG NEVER DIE, followed by his debut album ANTI HERO in October of the same year. His trajectory continued upward with multiple single releases in 2022, including "BRAND NEW", "HERMETIC," and "Magna Scale". In 2023, Yvng Patra collaborated with his close associate Oddy lozy on the track "Tier 1," which achieved over a million views and became a viral hit, particularly among the youth. In February, marking his 20th birthday, he released his second album titled 20. This album, revealing his diverse musical influences and personal stories, received high acclaim and featured smash hits like "MONEY LOVE RESPECT"(2023) and "Hood Star" (2023). In May, Yvng Patra solidified his status as a "dark hero" in the hip-hop scene by performing at POP YOURS, the largest hip-hop festival in Japan. The the song "Desire" from his album Rich / Risk (2025) continues to demonstrate his evolving artistry and his strong connection with the listeners.
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