40 Glocc
40 Glocc | |
|---|---|
| Born | Lawrence Carl Demetrious White December 16, 1979 Greenville, Texas, U.S. |
| Occupation | Rapper |
| Years active | 1997–present |
| Known for | Rapper affiliated with G-Unit Records and ZooLife Ent. |
Lawrence Carl Demetrious White (born December 16, 1979), professionally recognized as 40 Glocc, is a rapper from the United States.
Early life
Originally from Greenville, Texas, White relocated with his mother to several places within California, ultimately making Colton, California their home. By 1997, his collective known as the "Zoo Crew" was in the process of recording their debut album, Migrate, Adapt or Die, which was produced by Tony G. and Julio G.
Career
White obtained a contract with Empire Musicwerks, distributed through BMG, and launched his inaugural solo project, The Jakal. This album included collaborations with artists such as Bad Azz, Ras Kass, and Kurupt, alongside production contributions from Battlecat and Dr. Dre. Subsequently, he parted ways with Empire Musicwerks.
His management also represented Mobb Deep during their tenure with G-Unit Records. White became affiliated with their label, Infamous Records, which operated under the G-Unit umbrella.
Throughout his career, he has worked alongside notable figures including Dr. Dre, The Alchemist, and Havoc. He actively promotes his imprint "ZooLife Ent." and collaborates with his group "Zoo Babies". His touring history features performances with G-Unit, Mobb Deep, Ray J, Snoop Dogg & Dogg Pound.
White released the track "Where the Hammers At?", whose instrumental was later utilized for G-Unit's "Rider Pt. 2". He also produced a remix that included members of G-Unit. In late 2010, he signed rapper Ras Kass to Zoo Life and put out the digital street album COPS, which featured artists like Jayo Felony, Tip Toe, and Tony Yayo. In 2011, White teamed up with Spider Loc for the release of Graveyard Shift. The following year marked the release of his first solo album.
Legal issues
In 1996, White faced arrest following a gunfight with law enforcement outside the Arbor Terrace apartments in Colton and was charged with attempted murder of a police officer.
A video emerged in June 2008 showing 40 Glocc holding two diamond-studded Young Money necklaces that had been taken from artist Tyga. The necklaces were held for ransom after a member of White’s entourage acquired them; both were reportedly repurchased by Lil Wayne.
In October 2009, footage captured White alongside members of the Colton City Crips confronting Florida rapper Plies during a video shoot in Los Angeles. Plies reportedly fled the scene and returned without any jewelry due to safety concerns.
By October 2010, a California judge issued an injunction barring gang members—including White—from gathering near Arbor Terrace, regarded as a gang stronghold. In January 2011, police arrested White after discovering a loaded firearm in his vehicle near Arbor Terrace; however, charges were dismissed because of insufficient evidence.
On October 3, 2011, authorities in Las Vegas apprehended White on allegations including domestic battery by strangulation and coercion. His girlfriend accused him of long-term abuse that left her fearing for her life.
White has been involved in disputes with other artists. In July 2012, rapper The Game assaulted him outside a Hollywood residence. White filed a lawsuit seeking $4.5 million for assault and damage to his reputation; he was ultimately awarded $3,000 in 2015 and an additional $200,000 in 2017.
During May 2011’s Cage vs. Cons event, White and Black Wall Street affiliate Compton Menace engaged in a physical altercation stemming from ongoing tensions between G-Unit and Black Wall Street factions.
On February 23, 2017, White was arrested on charges linked to involvement in a prostitution ring. He allegedly transported a woman to perform sexual services arranged through Backpage.com. Following investigation and evidence gathering, he was charged with promoting prostitution and accepted a plea agreement for one felony count.
While out on bail on June 15, 2017, White sustained two gunshot wounds during a funeral in San Bernardino, California—struck in the arm and chest. Around the same period, an unrelated incident occurred nearby involving a woman being struck by a vehicle.
Studio albums
- The Jakal (2003)
- New World Agenda (2012)
- Constantine (2020)
- Quarantine (2020)
Collaborative albums
- Migrate, Adapt or Die in partnership with Zoo Crew (1997)
Mixtapes
- Outspoken (2006)
- Outspoken 2 (2006)
- Outspoken 3 hosted by 50 Cent, featuring DJ Whoo Kid (2007)
- That New Nigga with DJ Nik Bean & DJ Felli Fel (2007)
- Concrete Jungle alongside Zoo Life (2009)
- I Am Legend collaboration with DJ Whoo Kid & DJ Nik Bean (2009)
- C.O.P.S: Crippin' on Public Streets with DJ Nik Bean (2011)
- The Graveyard Shift featuring Spider Loc, hosted by DJ Drama (2011)
Guest appearances
- "Charisma" (featured on Kool Savas album, John Bello Story II) (2008)
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Thicker than Water | Dog Fight Host | |
| 2000 | Tha Eastsidaz | Himself | Uncredited |
| 2002 | Book of Love | Entourage Leader | |
| 2009 | Miss March | Posse Member #2 |
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- Living people
- 1979 births
- African-American male rappers
- 21st-century American male rappers
- 20th-century American male rappers
- Crips
- G-Unit Records artists
- Musicians from Galveston, Texas
- People from Colton, California
- Rappers from California
- West Coast hip-hop musicians
- Gangsta rappers
- 20th-century American rappers
- 21st-century American rappers
- 20th-century American male musicians
- 21st-century American male musicians
- 20th-century African-American musicians
- 21st-century African-American rappers