Baton Rouge Rap Icon Young Bleed Passes Away
Glenn "Young Bleed" Clifton Jr., a pioneering rapper from Baton Rouge in the 1990s, died after suffering a brain aneurysm in Las Vegas. Known for shaping the Baton Rouge hip hop sound, he was a key figure before artists like Boosie, Kevin Gates, and NBA Youngboy rose to fame.
Musical Career and Legacy
Young Bleed was part of the rap group Concentration Camp alongside C-Loc and Happy Perez. He gained widespread recognition with the 1997 single “How You Do Dat,” which he initially released with C-Loc. The track led to a signing with No Limit/Priority Records.
In 1998, after joining the label, Master P re-released “How You Do Dat,” and it achieved platinum status, confirming Young Bleed's influence on southern rap.
Final Days and Impact
Clifton, also known as "Tank" and "Bleed," collapsed at an after-party following the No Limit vs. Cash Money Verzuz event on October 25, where he had performed. Born on June 6, 1974, in Baton Rouge, he traveled extensively but remained deeply connected to his hometown.
Family and Personal Influence
His eldest son, Ty'Gee Ramon Clifton, who still lives in Baton Rouge, described Young Bleed as his hero and a profound influence in his life. Despite the rapper's fame, Ty'Gee remembered him simply as "Dad."
"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."
Young Bleed was only 17 when his son was born, yet he played a major role in shaping his son's character and values.
Summary
Young Bleed's enduring impact on Baton Rouge hip hop and his role as a devoted father highlight the lasting legacy he leaves behind.