Fredo Bang facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Fredo Bang
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![]() Fredo Bang in 2020
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Birth name | Fredrick Dewon Thomas Givens II |
Also known as | Bang Man |
Born | Baton Rouge, Louisiana, U.S. |
March 29, 1996
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Years active | 2013–present |
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Producer(s) | Hardbody B-Eazy |
Children | 1 |
Fredrick Dewon Thomas Givens II (born March 29, 1996), known as Fredo Bang, is an American rapper and songwriter. He grew up in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He is well-known for his 2020 song "Top." This song became very popular and was certified platinum. This means it sold over one million copies. His first studio album, Most Hated, was released in 2020.
Early Life and Background
Fredrick Givens was born on March 29, 1996. He grew up in the southern part of Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He was close friends with other rappers from his hometown.
Music Career Highlights
Fredo Bang began his music journey in early 2015. He released a song called “iPhone 6” with his friends. This song quickly became popular in Baton Rouge.
He became widely recognized in July 2018. This was after he released his single "Oouuh." Many of his music videos have been viewed millions of times online. His most popular videos include "Top," "Father," "Oouuh," and "Trust Issues." Each of these has over 20 million views on YouTube.
In January 2020, Fredo Bang was featured on a song called "Spin on Em." This track was by another artist, Moneybagg Yo. A music video for "Spin on Em" was released in May 2020. The song was produced by DJ Chose and Hardbody B-Eazy. In April 2020, he released his first studio album, Most Hated. This album reached number 110 on the Billboard 200 chart.
Later in 2020, on September 25, he released his fourth mixtape. It was titled In the Name of Gee. This mixtape also did well, reaching number 40 on the Billboard 200 chart.
Personal Life
Fredrick Givens believes in a higher power. He has one child.
Discography
Studio albums
- Most Hated (2020)
- Yes, I'm Sad (2024)