Lil Boosie (born Torrence Hatch Jr., November 14, 1982) is an American rapper from Baton Rouge, Louisiana, known for his raw street narratives, distinctive voice, and controversial life. Emerging in the early 2000s, he gained a loyal following through mixtapes and albums like Zoom and Superbad, blending gangsta rap with trap elements. His career was interrupted by a 2009 incarceration on drug and gun charges, but he resumed music upon release in 2014. Boosie's unfiltered style has influenced a new generation of Southern rappers, making him a key figure in Louisiana hip-hop culture.
