6ix9ine

Daniel Hernandez
Born	Daniel Hernandez (1996-05-08) May 8, 1996 Brooklyn, New York City, U.S.
Other names	6ix9ine, Tekashi69, Tekashi 6ix9ine
Occupation	Rapper
Years active	2012–present
Known for	Music characterized by confrontational rap delivery; rainbow-hued hair; legal controversies; provocative social media behavior
Notable work	Mixtape Day69 (2018), albums Dummy Boy (2018), TattleTales (2020), Leyenda Viva (2023)

Daniel Hernandez (born May 8, 1996), who performs under the stage names 6ix9ine (pronounced "six nine"), Tekashi69, or Tekashi 6ix9ine, is an American rapper. His music is characterized by a confrontational rap delivery, while his public image is notable for rainbow-hued hair, extensive tattoos, legal controversies, provocative social media behavior, and highly publicized conflicts with other celebrities.

Hernandez first gained attention through a feature on Trippie Redd's 2017 track "Poles 1469" and his breakout solo single "Gummo", which reached number 12 on the Billboard Hot 100. This momentum culminated in his inaugural mixtape Day69 (2018), supported by singles such as "Kooda", "Keke" (with guest appearances from Fetty Wap and A Boogie wit da Hoodie), and "Gotti", all of which charted on the Hot 100. From his debut studio album Dummy Boy (2018), the track "Fefe" featuring Nicki Minaj and Murda Beatz peaked at number three on the chart. Despite receiving mixed critical responses, Dummy Boy climbed to number two on the Billboard 200 and was certified platinum.

In 2015, Hernandez admitted guilt to a felony charge related to use of a child in a sexual performance, resulting in four years of probation and mandated community service. Three years later, he, alongside his manager Kifano "Shotti" Jordan and associates linked to the Nine Trey Gangsters, a faction within the United Blood Nation gang, faced arrests on racketeering and other felony allegations. After cooperating with law enforcement, Hernandez was sentenced to two years in prison in December 2019. He was transitioned to house arrest in April 2020 and subsequently released in August of the same year.

Post-release, Hernandez achieved commercial success with singles like "Gooba" and "Trollz"—a collaboration with Nicki Minaj—which peaked at numbers three and one on the Hot 100 respectively. His sophomore album, TattleTales (2020), entered the Billboard 200 chart at number four. However, his third album Leyenda Viva (2023), marking his first foray into reggaeton, did not attain international chart placement. Due to his cooperation as an informant during the Nine Trey Gangsters case, Hernandez faced widespread criticism from many within the hip-hop community, who contended that his associations with gang members were primarily for enhancing street credibility and advancing his career—substantially harming his reputation.

Early life

Daniel Hernandez was born on May 8, 1996, in Brooklyn's Bushwick neighborhood of New York City. His mother, Natividad Perez-Hernandez, originally from Atlixco, Puebla, Mexico, worked as a factory laborer and house cleaner. His father, Daniel Hernandez Sr., hailed from Río Piedras, San Juan, Puerto Rico. Raised alongside an older brother named Oscar Hernandez within a church-going household, Daniel attended Public School 59, Juan Morel Campos Secondary School, and later Child School Legacy High School, departing around the tenth grade.

Hernandez had minimal interaction with his father until he was nine years old; during this time, his mother had told him that his father was deceased. His father struggled with heroin addiction and served a five-year prison term for drug-related offenses. In 2010, Hernandez's Puerto Rican stepfather was fatally shot near their residence. This tragedy led to severe depression and behavioral challenges for Hernandez, culminating in expulsion during eighth grade. Subsequently, he took on various jobs including working as a busboy.

Adult life

In September 2022, Hernandez took on the role of goalkeeper for the Russian media football squad known as GOATS.

Hernandez identifies as Christian.

Relationships

At age 18, Hernandez fathered a daughter with his former partner Sara Molina. He has a second daughter born on November 19, 2018, with Marlayna M.

In 2023, Hernandez entered into a relationship with Georgina Guillermo Díaz, popularly known as Dominican rapper and singer Yailin La Más Viral, who had previously been romantically linked to his collaborator-turned-adversary Anuel AA. By September 2024, reports indicated that Yailin La Más Viral was no longer in a relationship with Hernandez.

Health

Hernandez has been diagnosed with asthma. On October 1, 2020, there were reports of his hospitalization following an alleged overdose involving Hydroxycut diet supplements and McDonald's McCafé coffee; however, his attorney refuted these allegations.

2012–2016: Early career

Hernandez began his rap journey in 2012 after meeting Peter "Righteous P" Rodgers, CEO of the New York-based label Hikari-Ultra, who encouraged him due to his distinctive look and flow. His initial tracks appeared in 2014, including titles like "69," "Pimpin," and collaborations such as "4769" with members of the Brooklyn collective Pro Era. Over the subsequent three years, he attracted attention for his aggressive lyrical style and anime-themed visuals in songs like "Scumlife," "Shinigami," "Yokai," and "Hellsing Station." Many of these early works were released through FCK THEM, a Slovakian label. His stage name "Tekashi69" reflects both his passion for anime and symbolic meanings.

Recognizable for his rainbow-colored hair, extensive tattoos, and grills, Hernandez was affiliated with New York rapper ZillaKami, who is the half-brother of Righteous P. Their relationship later deteriorated due to disputes over record contracts, management control, unpaid bail funds, accusations of misconduct, and disagreements regarding instrumentals. Subsequently, Hernandez collaborated musically and visually with rapper Andrew Green (TrifeDrew).

2017–2018: Day69, Dummy Boy, Nine Trey Gangsters affiliation

In April 2017, Hernandez released "Poles 1469", featuring Trippie Redd on YouTube. He gained significant social media traction after a July 2017 Instagram post went viral across Reddit and Twitter platforms. His commercial debut single "Gummo" dropped on November 10, 2017, reaching number 12 on the US Billboard Hot 100. The track earned platinum certification from the RIAA by March 2018. Following this, "Kooda" entered the Hot 100 at number 61 in December 2017. On January 14, 2018, he released "Keke" alongside Fetty Wap and A Boogie wit da Hoodie, which also charted on the Hot 100.

With "Gummo," Hernandez shifted from his earlier punk and rap-rock influences toward a more traditional American gangster rap and urban style aimed at domestic audiences rather than his initial European followers. In a 2020 interview, he expressed intentions to dominate the New York market rather than focus on European countries such as Slovakia.

During the filming of the "Gummo" video, Hernandez connected with Kifano "Shotti" Jordan—a known Nine Trey Gangsters member and founder of Tr3yway Entertainment—who became his manager and introduced him to other gang affiliates. This association offered Hernandez career backing and street credibility while he compensated the gang financially. Media sources described him as a lucrative asset for the Bloods; he later testified about being extorted by them. Throughout 2018, Hernandez used this gang connection to fuel online conflicts and controversies that helped drive record sales.

His second mixtape, Day69, was announced and released on February 23, 2018. It debuted at number four on the Billboard 200, moving 55,000 album-equivalent units (including 20,000 pure sales). Jon Caramanica of The New York Times noted that the mixtape embodied the "SoundCloud rap explosion," deviating from conventional hip-hop styles. Two tracks from the project—"Billy" and "Rondo"—charted on the Hot 100 at numbers 50 and 73 respectively.

In April 2018, Hernandez released "Gotti", a remix featuring Packman. The accompanying video highlighted him distributing cash in the Dominican Republic. Included as a deluxe track on Day69, it debuted at number 99 on the Hot 100.

Following involvement in a shooting incident at Barclays Center, Hernandez temporarily halted releases before returning with "Tati" featuring DJ Spinking in June; it entered the Hot 100 at number 43.

July 2018 saw the arrival of "Fefe", featuring Nicki Minaj and Murda Beatz, which debuted at number four and peaked at number three on the Hot 100—marking his highest-charting single—and later achieved double platinum status by the RIAA. Subsequent singles "Bebe" and "Stoopid" also secured positions within the top 30.

In September 2018, Hernandez inked a publishing agreement with Los Angeles-based Create Music Group. Early October featured collaborations on "Aulos Reloaded" with Vladimir Cauchemar and "Kick" alongside Danish singer Jimilian.

His debut studio album Dummy Boy was initially slated for release on November 23 but was delayed; it eventually dropped without prior announcement on November 27 across streaming services. Despite mixed critical reception, it became his highest-charting project to date—debuting at number two on the Billboard 200 behind Travis Scott's Astroworld. While incarcerated, Hernandez appeared on A Boogie wit da Hoodie's track "Swervin", which reached number 27 on the Hot 100 from the album Hoodie SZN.

During this phase of his career ascent was characterized by The New York Times as "meteoric," while Pitchfork recognized him as "one of the industry's biggest success stories of the year."

2019–present: Musical comeback and subsequent projects

In October 2019, Hernandez inked a deal with 10K Projects valued at over $10 million, committing to produce two albums—one in English and the other in Spanish.

During April 2020, while confined at home, he secured legal authorization to shoot a music video within his own backyard. On May 7, 2020, Hernandez revealed plans to drop his single "Gooba" on May 8, coinciding with his 24th birthday. The song includes references to the COVID-19 pandemic and his cooperation with federal prosecutors.

Following multiple postponements, the collaboration "Trollz" with Nicki Minaj was released on June 12, 2020. The track debuted atop the Billboard Hot 100, marking Hernandez’s first number-one hit; however, it experienced an unprecedented decline to number 34 in its second week. Subsequent singles "Yaya" and "Punani", released in July and August respectively, achieved only modest chart placements.

These songs were included in his sophomore studio album, TattleTales, which dropped on September 4, 2020. After its release, Hernandez publicly criticized streaming platforms Spotify and Apple Music for their lack of promotional support and minimal playlist inclusion, attributing this to industry backlash stemming from his cooperation with law enforcement. In November 2020, Hulu featured him in the documentary 69: The Saga of Danny Hernandez, which relied on archival footage without incorporating new interviews.

On February 19, 2021, Hernandez made a comeback with the single "Zaza", aimed at rivals Lil Durk and Meek Mill; it entered the Hot 100 chart at number 90. That year saw the appointment of Wack 100 as his manager to aid in renegotiating contracts and managing upcoming releases.

April 15, 2022, marked the release of "Giné", another diss track targeting Lil Durk and King Von. This single was connected to a partnership with Giné energy drink, which included a signature beverage product.

His third studio album, Leyenda Viva, representing his first full-length reggaeton project, was unexpectedly released on June 16, 2023. Despite multiple singles—"Bori", "Wapae", "Y Ahora", "Pa Ti", and "Dueño"—neither the album nor its tracks achieved notable chart success. Later that year in December, he quietly released the EP Blackballed, which similarly failed to attain significant commercial or critical recognition.

Musical style and influences

Hernandez’s sound is primarily identified as hip-hop, particularly within subgenres such as scream rap, hardcore hip-hop, SoundCloud rap, and punk rap. His music frequently incorporates influences from drill, heavy metal, hardcore punk, grime, crunk, trap music, and reggaeton. This fusion of aggressive rap with diverse musical styles broadens his appeal across various audiences. Among his key inspirations are rappers and metalcore acts including DMX, Tupac Shakur, Parkway Drive, All That Remains, the Notorious B.I.G., and 50 Cent.

Legal issues

Before facing criminal charges as an adult, Hernandez served time in juvenile detention for assault and heroin distribution offenses.

2015: Conviction for Child Sexual Performance

In October 2015, Hernandez entered a guilty plea to a felony charge involving the use of a minor in a sexual performance. The charges stemmed from an incident in February 2015, where he engaged in physical contact with a 13-year-old girl and circulated videos of the encounter online as part of a music video. The legal complaint included multiple recordings depicting the minor in sexually explicit contexts with Hernandez and others.

Hernandez informed law enforcement that he believed the girl was older, noting he was 18 at the time; records confirm he was indeed 18 during the event. However, in a 2017 interview, he denied any sexual contact or awareness of her true age.

During sentencing, the assistant district attorney asserted that Hernandez fondled the girl's breasts and slapped her buttocks while two other men raped her.

As part of his plea agreement, Hernandez is required to earn his GED, refrain from posting violent or explicit images of women or children on social media platforms, and avoid committing further offenses for two years. If he complies, he will receive three years’ probation without being registered as a sex offender; noncompliance could result in up to three years in prison. Hernandez initially failed his GED exam, causing several delays in sentencing.

Despite earlier warnings from the Manhattan DA’s office about potential incarceration and mandatory sex offender registration, Hernandez was ultimately sentenced in October 2018 to four years probation. Conditions included prohibitions against promoting gang activity and an obligation to complete 1,000 hours of community service.

LAX Altercation

On February 21, 2018, Hernandez and his associates were involved in a large-scale fight at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), as reported by TMZ.

Robbery of Rival Artist

In April 2018, Hernandez, Shotti, and other members of the Nine Trey Gangsters carried out a robbery targeting a rival rapper they mistakenly believed had connections to Rap-A-Lot Records. Hernandez filmed the incident and faced a lawsuit for his involvement filed in December 2020. Complex highlighted this event as pivotal evidence in the racketeering charges against the Nine Trey Gangsters, referenced in multiple counts within the indictment. Hernandez testified that during their getaway, upon hearing police sirens, Shotti forced him out of the vehicle while still holding the weapon used during the robbery.

Assault Charges

In May 2018, while being arrested for driving with a suspended license, Hernandez was accused of gripping a police officer’s hand tightly and faced charges including obstructing governmental administration and assault. He was sentenced to one year probation for disorderly conduct.

On July 12, 2018, Hernandez was taken into custody in New York due to an outstanding warrant related to an alleged January 2018 incident where he reportedly choked a 16-year-old inside The Galleria shopping mall in Houston. All charges were later dismissed after the teenager chose not to pursue legal action.

Victim of Kidnapping, Assault, and Robbery

In the early morning hours of July 22, 2018, following the filming of the music video for "FEFE" (featuring Nicki Minaj and Murda Beatz), Hernandez was abducted, assaulted, and robbed by three armed individuals in Brooklyn. The assailants stole over $750,000 worth of custom jewelry along with approximately $35,000 in cash. Hernandez managed to escape their vehicle and sought help from a passerby before receiving medical treatment. In February 2019, Anthony "Harv" Ellison, affiliated with the Nine Trey Gangsters, was indicted and subsequently convicted for his role in the kidnapping and assault.

Shootings

In 2018, Hernandez was connected to at least five separate shooting events.

On April 21, 2018, a shooting took place at the Barclays Center involving Hernandez and the entourage of fellow New York rapper Casanova, arising from an ongoing dispute. This incident resulted in Hernandez losing a $5 million headphone endorsement and being prohibited from entering the Barclays Center. A member of the Nine Trey Gangsters was charged with carrying out the shooting and later pled guilty on May 9, 2019. U.S. Attorney Geoffrey S. Berman stated that the shooting was intended to intimidate rival gang affiliates.

On June 2, 2018, Chief Keef was targeted by gunfire outside the W Hotel in New York City but escaped unharmed. The New York Police Department investigated Hernandez for potential involvement. In February 2019, Hernandez admitted guilt in orchestrating the attack, having paid associate Kintea "Kooda B" McKenzie $20,000 to shoot at Chief Keef.

On August 5, 2018, gunfire erupted on the set of a music video Hernandez was recording alongside rapper 50 Cent.

On October 27, 2018, two individuals from Hernandez's entourage were charged with gang assault following a shooting incident in Manhattan. This altercation originated from tensions between Hernandez’s industry executive Elliot Grainge, who had signed him to 10K Projects, and his street manager Kifano "Shotti" Jordan. A confrontation during a meeting celebrating a legal victory escalated into a physical dispute and shooting involving members of Nine Trey Gangsters and Grainge’s security team.

On November 9, 2018, shots were fired during the filming of a music video with rapper Kanye West in Beverly Hills, California. No injuries or arrests resulted from this event. West publicly confirmed via Twitter that everyone present was safe.

2018–2019: Trial of the Nine Trey Gangsters, domestic violence

On November 16, 2018, Hernandez appeared once more on The Breakfast Club, declaring: "There's only one thing I fear in life. No, two things. I fear God and I fear the FBI". Two days later, federal authorities arrested Hernandez along with his former manager Kifano "Shotti" Jordan and three others on charges related to RICO, firearms offenses, conspiracy to commit murder, and armed robbery. Hernandez was connected to the violent Bloods faction known as the Nine Trey Gangsters.

Hernandez’s legal counsel requested bail under stringent terms including surrendering his passport and house arrest with nearly $2 million bail; however, the judge denied this request due to concerns about public safety. Initially detained at Brooklyn’s Metropolitan Detention Center, Hernandez was subsequently transferred after conflicts with other inmates affiliated with the Crips gang.

Confronted with a potential sentence of up to 47 years, Hernandez pled guilty to nine counts on February 1, 2019, agreeing to testify against his co-defendants. His cooperation provided prosecutors with insider knowledge about gang operations previously undisclosed. This decision stirred controversy within hip-hop communities because his testimony implicated unrelated artists such as Cardi B, Jim Jones, and Trippie Redd, attracting both criticism and media scrutiny.

By December 2019, prosecutors commended Hernandez’s assistance during trial and recommended leniency during sentencing. On December 18, he received a two-year prison sentence with credit for 13 months already served, reflecting his contribution to convicting multiple violent gang members.

During the sentencing hearing, Hernandez’s estranged father made his first appearance in over ten years, evoking an emotional reaction and public comments about their efforts to mend their relationship.

In March 2020, citing concerns over asthma and COVID-19 exposure risks, Hernandez petitioned for home confinement for the remainder of his sentence. The government did not oppose this motion, leading to his release from prison on April 2, 2020, to complete his sentence under home confinement. His supervised home detention concluded on August 1, 2020; nevertheless, he remained subject to supervised release conditions.

Allegations of Domestic Abuse and Sexual Assault

On September 10, 2019, Hernandez acknowledged a prolonged history of domestic abuse in a cooperation deal, admitting to mistreatment spanning from 2011 through November 2018. Early reports from 2019 highlighted accusations made by his former partner and mother of his child, Sara Molina, who claimed multiple episodes of both physical violence and sexual assault. Molina recounted brutal assaults that resulted in significant injuries.

In interviews conducted in 2020 with The New York Times and The Shade Room, Hernandez openly confessed to physically abusing Molina.

Legal Actions

During 2021, a Miami-based dancer filed a lawsuit against Hernandez, alleging he threw a bottle at her, causing serious harm. After Hernandez failed to appear in court, the dancer was awarded $10 million in damages. Nevertheless, a Florida judge overturned this ruling in 2023 and stopped efforts to seize his assets.

Hernandez was also entangled in litigation involving two vaping companies connected to his business ventures.

In July 2021, a Japanese tattoo artist from Brooklyn sued Hernandez for defamation and false statements, accusing him of exploiting the artist’s identity when adopting the stage name "Tekashi." The suit referenced Hernandez's allegations concerning the artist's drug use. By August 2023, after Hernandez’s lawyer withdrew from the case, the artist pursued a default judgment.

In September 2024, Hernandez’s former partner, Dominican rapper Yailin La Más Viral, initiated legal proceedings accusing him of physical, emotional, sexual, and financial abuse. Hernandez responded via Instagram, asserting his control over these claims.

Florida: Assault at LA Fitness and Traffic Violations

In March 2023, Hernandez was attacked inside the steam room of an LA Fitness facility located in Lake Worth Beach, Florida. Videos capturing the assault were widely shared on social media. He suffered facial lacerations requiring hospitalization. Authorities arrested three individuals involved in the attack, including a father and son duo. In January 2025, Hernandez filed a negligence lawsuit against LA Fitness in Palm Beach County court seeking damages exceeding $1 million, citing insufficient security measures during the incident.

In August 2023, Hernandez was taken into custody for failing to appear in court on various traffic violations in Florida. These included driving at 136 mph in a 65 mph zone while operating an unregistered vehicle without insurance.

Arrest for Assault in the Dominican Republic

On October 15, 2023, authorities detained Hernandez in Sánchez, Dominican Republic on allegations of assaulting two music producers.

Allegations of Domestic Violence Involving 6ix9ine

In December 2023, Hernandez's partner, Yailin La Más Viral (Georgina Lulú Guillermo Díaz), was detained in Palm Beach, Florida, facing charges of aggravated battery with a deadly weapon and obstruction of justice connected to an assault on Hernandez. Footage captured Guillermo damaging his vehicle and striking him with a wooden object. She was subsequently booked and released after posting a $9,000 bond.

Domestic Violence Arrest in the Dominican Republic

On January 17, 2024, Dominican authorities apprehended Hernandez on domestic violence allegations. Detained in Santo Domingo, a hearing to assess his bond conditions was scheduled for January 18. On January 25, he was granted conditional release, requiring him to participate in government-mandated counseling, report to officials twice monthly throughout the investigation, and submit a $510 deposit.

Arrest in New York

On October 29, 2024, Hernandez was taken into custody in New York following a warrant issued by the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York for breaching his supervised release terms, which were due to expire in six months. Since April 2020, Hernandez had been under supervised release but violated conditions by leaving the state without authorization to travel to Las Vegas, arriving late for a court appearance by an hour, and testing positive twice for methamphetamine. He remained in custody at the Metropolitan Detention Center until November 12.

Conflicts

During Hernandez's rise to mainstream prominence in 2018—characterized by Pitchfork as "one of the industry's biggest success stories of the year"—he frequently engaged in provocative online behavior and public disputes on social media, often linked to his alleged gang associations. Prosecutors highlighted that Hernandez admitted to being part of the 9 Trey Bloods and utilized online antagonism as a strategy to increase record sales and instigate conflicts with artists nationwide. Pitchfork’s Stephen Kearse framed these actions within a wider pattern of rappers employing trolling as a promotional tactic during 2018, noting that Hernandez’s displays were typical of content often dismissed as memes or jokes.

Trippie Redd

Hernandez collaborated with Trippie Redd on their initial track "Poles 1469" in April 2017, followed by "Owee" in July of the same year. Following a Twitter allegation labeling Hernandez as a pedophile, Redd publicly condemned him. On November 11, 2017, after exchanging hostile messages on social media, Redd was assaulted in a hotel lobby in New York; he accused Hernandez and his associates during an Instagram live broadcast. Their dispute persisted into early 2018.

Hernandez accused Redd of engaging in sexual activity with rapper Danielle Bregoli (known as Bhad Bhabie), who was underage at the time. Both parties denied these allegations, although Bregoli acknowledged having kissed Redd when he was 17 years old. In September 2018, Hernandez shared videos implying involvement with Redd’s former girlfriend. During his RICO trial, Hernandez testified that Trippie Redd had gang affiliations.

Rap-A-Lot Records

During his 2018 racketeering trial, Hernandez revealed a conflict between his group, the Nine Trey Gangsters, and the Houston-based label Rap-A-Lot Records, headed by James Prince. The tension stemmed from Hernandez's crew disregarding the gang custom of "checking in," which involves showing respect when entering another city. Hernandez testified that Rap-A-Lot prevented him from performing at the 2018 South by Southwest (SXSW) festival in Austin, resulting in lost earnings. In response, Hernandez and the Nine Trey Gangsters committed a robbery against Rap-A-Lot affiliates in New York, mistakenly targeting two individuals in April 2018. Video footage of this robbery was shared by DJ Akademiks and quickly gained widespread attention.

Chief Keef

In 2018, Hernandez entered into a dispute with Chicago drill artists affiliated with the GloGang collective, such as Chief Keef, Lil Reese, and Tadoe. The conflict largely revolved around issues related to domestic violence and romantic relationships involving rapper Cuban Doll. Hernandez provoked Chief Keef on social media and even traveled to Chief Keef’s former Chicago neighborhood, Parkway Gardens, to taunt him—although surveillance footage contradicted Hernandez's stated timeline. Chief Keef publicly accused Hernandez of cooperating with law enforcement.

In June 2018, Chief Keef was shot while leaving a hotel in New York; Hernandez later testified that he had orchestrated and funded the attack. That summer, Trippie Redd released "I Kill People," featuring Chief Keef and Tadoe, as a diss track aimed at Hernandez.

Ariana Grande and Justin Bieber

In May 2020, 6ix9ine accused pop stars Justin Bieber and Ariana Grande of manipulating their way to the top of the Billboard Hot 100 chart with their collaboration "Stuck with U". The song debuted at number one during the week ending May 23, 2020, while his own track "Gooba" entered at number three. He also alleged that Billboard engaged in chart manipulation. On Instagram, 6ix9ine claimed Grande and Bieber used "six credit cards" to purchase 30,000 copies of their song shortly before its release.

Both artists denied these accusations. Bieber clarified that his streaming numbers were domestic only, whereas 6ix9ine included global streams—only domestic streams count toward chart rankings.

Billboard outlined their chart calculation process for that week and refuted claims of sharing forecast data with labels or artists, dismissing 6ix9ine’s pre-release predictions as inaccurate.

In a subsequent interview with The New York Times, Hernandez confessed to artificially boosting streams, stating:

Other feuds

In 2018, Hernandez clashed with fellow New York rapper Casanova, culminating in a shooting between their entourages at the Barclays Center. The conflict was settled within the same year.

Following his early release from prison in April 2020, Hernandez engaged in several disputes with artists including Meek Mill, 50 Cent, Anuel AA, YG, Rich the Kid, Future, Fivio Foreign, Yailin La Más Viral, and Lil Tjay. He also attempted to provoke Chicago drill artists King Von and Lil Durk. Lil Durk alleged that Hernandez’s label offered him $3 million to prolong their feud; this claim was supported by Lil Tjay.

Philanthropy

In March 2018, Hernandez traveled to the Dominican Republic to film a music video and generously handed out $100 bills to people in the area. During a public dispute with Chief Keef in June 2018, he provided food and monetary assistance to individuals living on Chicago's South Side. On July 24, 2018, Hernandez revealed that a share of the earnings from his hit track "Fefe", featuring Nicki Minaj, would be allocated to support youth initiatives in New York. The revenue generated from their 2020 collaboration "Trollz" was donated to The Bail Project to help those detained amid the George Floyd protests. Additionally, on October 22, 2018, Hernandez granted the wish of an eight-year-old girl from Brooklyn battling brain cancer by taking her on a shopping outing.

On February 10, 2019, Hernandez took part in a commercial against violence against women for Romantic Depot, a lingerie retailer based in New York. The advertisement, launched on Valentine's Day, gained widespread attention despite the company issuing disclaimers separating themselves from Hernandez’s previous accusations of domestic abuse and sexual misconduct.

Following his release from prison in 2020, Hernandez intended to contribute $200,000—part of his $2 million earnings from the single "Gooba"—to No Kid Hungry. However, the charity declined the offer, stating that his values did not align with their mission. Hernandez publicly criticized this refusal on Instagram, describing it as "cruel."

Discography

Studio albums

• Dummy Boy (2018)
• TattleTales (2020)
• Leyenda Viva (2023)

Tours

• World Domination Tour (2018)