Jon Connor

Rapper

Birthday April 13, 1985

Birth Sign Aries

Birthplace Michigan

Age 39 years old

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About

Known as The People's Rapper, and born Jon Kevin Freeman, he is a rapper and producer who gained fame with EPs that remixed the work of famed rappers like Jay-Z and Eminem.

Before Fame

Connor's fame grew out of the mix tapes he was producing and selling, leading him to be signed by NBA-player-turned-producer Mateen Cleaves. As he developed his sound, he played with rapping as many different personalities, like Vinnie Chase, who was inspired by the TV Series Entourage.

Trivia

In 2014, he continued his trend of remixing the work of famous rappers by releasing BestInTheWorld: A Tribute to The Notorious B.I.G. Vol 1, in which he rhymed over Biggie's legendary beats. The same year rap mag XXL chose him for their Freshman Class.

Family Life

He is the son of Jon Sr and Mahley Freeman. His father, a minister, was an accomplished musician who introduced him to music.

Associated With

In 2013 Connor was signed to Dr. Dre's label, Aftermath Entertainment. He announced joining the famed founder of NWA by using the declaration to cap a freestyle rap during the BET Hip Hop Awards.