| Young Joi | |
 Young Joi in 1996 | |
| Info | |
|---|---|
| Birth name | Unknown |
| Also known as | Joi, Big Boi, Sneey |
| Date of birth | 7 September 1970 |
| Date of death | 2 September 1998 (aged 27) |
| Origin | Brooklyn, New York |
| Genres | Gangsta rap, Rap rock |
| Labels | His own |
| Groups | |
| Numerous artists | |
Young Joi is the moniker of Richie Wellens? Born September 7, 1970 and died September 2, 1998 from gunshot wounds. After being hit twice in the head, he took out a dagger and lunged at the attackers, who shot Joi at point-blank a third time, in the face. Joi was still alive, and received additional gunshot wounds to the back and head.
Early Life, Upbringing and Career[]
Main articles: Young Joi family , Young Joi early life , Young Joi rise to fame
Later Life and Murder[]
Main articles: Young Joi Records , Death of Young Joi
Legacy and inspirational quotes[]
See also: Rappers quotes
Discography[]
- (1992) Free My Hometown Rep
- (1994) Correcting The Corrupt Law System
- (199?) Women' In Jeans Boh
Posthumous releases[]
- (2001) Reppin Chiraq
- (2006) Jim Jim Jim
- (2007) Open Capstock
Filmography[]
- (1998) Life As a Music Kingpin