Lil Phat facts for kids
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Lil Phat
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Lil Phat in 2007
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| Background information | |
| Birth name | Melvin Vernell III |
| Born | July 25, 1992 Baton Rouge, Louisiana, U.S. |
| Died | June 7, 2012 (aged 19) Sandy Springs, Georgia, U.S. |
| Occupation(s) | Rapper |
| Years active | 2007–2012 |
| Labels | Trill Entertainment, Atlantic Records Killian&Co. (current) Asylum Records, Warner Bros. Records (former) |
| Associated acts | Webbie, Lil Boosie, Foxx, Lil Trill, Shell, Mouse and Big head da dome doctor. |
Melvin Vernell III (born July 25, 1992 – died June 7, 2012), known by his stage name Lil Phat, was an American rapper. He was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Melvin started rapping when he was a teenager. In 2007, at just 14 years old, he signed with Trill Entertainment. He became well-known for his part in the song "Independent" by Webbie. Lil Phat also appeared as a guest artist on many songs released by Trill Entertainment. He passed away at the age of 19.
Early Life and Music Career
Melvin Vernell III grew up in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He discovered his passion for music at a young age. By the time he was a teenager, he was already making a name for himself in the local music scene.
In 2007, when he was 14, Lil Phat joined Trill Entertainment. This was a big step for his career. He quickly became known for his unique style and voice. He worked with other artists from Trill Entertainment, including Webbie and Lil Boosie.
One of his most famous contributions was to the song "Independent" with Webbie. This song helped him gain wider recognition. He continued to make guest appearances on various albums and projects, showing his talent and growing as an artist.
Passing Away
On June 7, 2012, Lil Phat passed away in Sandy Springs, Georgia. He was outside Northside Hospital at the time. He was just 19 years old.
Music Releases
Lil Phat was featured on several albums and songs during his career. Here are some of the albums where his music appeared:
Album Appearances
| Year | Song | Artist | Album |
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| 2007 | "Do It Stick It" | Trill Fam | Trill Entertainment Presents: Survival of the Fittest |
| "Materialistic ..." | |||
| "Watch My Shoes" | |||
| "Rubberband Knots" | Foxx | Street Gossip | |
| 2008 | "Do It Stick It" | Webbie | Savage Life 2 |
| "Independent" | |||
| "Thuggin'" | |||
| "Showing' Off" | |||
| 2009 | "My Avenue" | Lil Boosie | Superbad: The Return of Boosie Bad Azz |
| "Top Notch" | |||
| "I'm a Dog" | |||
| "My Levi's" | |||
| 2010 | "Do It Again" | Incarcerated | |
| "Do It Bigger" | Trill Fam | Trill Entertainment Presents: All or Nothing | |
| "Turn the Beat Up" | |||
| "Count My Money Backwards" | |||
| "That's My Baby" | |||
| "My Age Ft. Lil Trill " | |||
| 2011 | "What's Happenin'" | Webbie | Savage Life 3 |
| "Trilla Than a ..." | |||
| "Right Now" | |||
| "Bounce That" | |||
| "Pops I Luv U" | |||
| 2012 | "Flush the Yayo" | OJ da Juiceman | Cook Muzik 2 |
| 2012 | "In My Shoes" | Young Scooter | Plug Brothers |
| 2012 | By Any Means Necessary | Lil Trill | By Any Means Necessary |
| 2012 | Rarri | Bambino Gold | F*ck Being Indicted |
| 2012 | That's My Ju | Lil Mal | Live From Shady Oaks 3 |
| 2013 | ... & Mouf | Mista Cain | Louisicain 2.5 |
| 2013 | Stick Up Kidz | Bambino Gold | Strictly 4 Traps N Trunks 56 (Hosted By Bambino Gold) |
| 2013
Roadrunner |
Young Scooter | From The Cell Block To Your Block | |
| 2013 | ... Her | Webbie | Savage Life 4 |
| 2014 | Been Threw So Much | Young Scooter | Street Lottery 2 |
| 2014 | Glocks Wit Drums | Bambino Gold | Strictly 4 The Traps N Trunks 86 (Hosted By Cap1) |
See also
- List of murdered hip hop musicians
