Gangsta Pat facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Gangsta Pat
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| Birth name | Patrick Alexander Hall |
| Born | November 17, 1973 Whitehaven, South Memphis, Memphis, Tennessee, U.S. |
| Genres | Hip hop |
| Years active | 1989–present |
| Labels | Atlantic, Wrap Records, Triad Records |
| Associated acts | Willie Hall |
Patrick Alexander Hall (born November 17, 1973), known by his stage name Gangsta Pat, is an American rapper from Memphis, Tennessee. He became well-known in the Memphis music scene in the late 1980s. His father is Willie Hall, a famous drummer for Stax Records.
Gangsta Pat was one of the first rap artists from Memphis to move from an independent label (a smaller music company) to a major label (a much larger music company). He signed with Atlantic Records, which was a big step in his career. What's even more impressive is that he wrote, produced, and played all the instruments on his early songs himself!
His Music Journey
Patrick Hall started making music in 1989. He quickly became a respected artist in the Memphis hip hop scene. His unique style helped him stand out.
Early Albums and Success
Gangsta Pat released several albums throughout the 1990s and 2000s. Some of his well-known albums include #1 Suspect (1991), All About Comin' Up (1992), and ..., Money, & Murder (1994). He continued to release music into the 2000s and 2010s, showing his long-lasting career in music.
