Tyga is one of the most famous and known rappers of America, who is best known by his stage name. However, Tyga is not his original name. His parents belong to mixed Vietnamese-Jamaican ancestry. During his childhood, he spends most of his life on the street. However, he influenced by his socioeconomic background. Tyga net worth is around $5 million.
Biography
Tyga (real name Michael Ray Nguyen-Stevenson) was born in Compton, California, the United States on November 19, 1989. His parents belong to mixed Vietnamese-Jamaican ancestry. However, his father details are not known. At the age of 11, his parent separates ways and get divorced. After that, they moved to Gardena, California.
He got his nickname Tiger from his mother, and later, he got to change his real name to stage name called Tyga. However, his stage name stands for “Thank You God Always.”
However, Tyga spends his childhood in the socioeconomic area of Compton. His financial condition back then was not stable. Tyra is somewhat sarcastic about his childhood and upbringing.
Beginning of Career
In 2007, Tyra released his first debut music album named Young on Probation; after that, Tyra signed the first recording deal under Young Money Entertainment with Lil Wayne.
One of his track “Deuces” who he signs along with Kevin McCall and Chris Brown released as a single song. This song ranked at number 12 on Billboard Hot 100.
However, ranked on number 1 on the Hip Hop Songs list as well as Billboard Hot R&B. Moreover, the audience and critics love the way he sang this song, so it nominated for Best rap and Sung collaboration in Grammy Awards.
In 2008, Tyra’s cousin MacCoy helped him to made his first-ever independent album named “No Introduction” released by Decaydance Records.
‘Diamond Life’ considered as one of the hits and famous tracks which later featured in a film named “Fighting” as well as in a video game ‘Need for Speed: Undercover’. Moreover, in 2009 this track used in ‘Madden NFL.
Tyga Personal Details | |
Real Name | Michael Ray Nguyen-Stevenson |
Age | 31 years |
Date of Birth | November 19, 1989 |
Place of Birth | Compton, California, United States |
Nationality | American |
Marital Status | Divorced |
Profession / Occupation | Rapper |
Tyga Stats | |
Height | 5'7 feet |
Weight | 64 kg |
Body Type | Unknown |
Chest Size | Unknown |
Biceps | Unknown |
Waist | 30 inches |
Eyes Color | Black |
Hair Color | Dark Brown |
Shoe Size | 9 US |
Dress Size | Unknown |
Tyga Family Details | |
Spouse / Wife Name | Blac Chyna (2011–2014) |
Father Name | Not Known |
Mother Name | Passionate Nguyen |
Children | King Cairo Stevenson |
Siblings | N/A |
Personal Life
Tyra is a relationship with many women. In 2006, his first relationship began with Kiely Williams and later after two years in 2009 with Chanel Iman.
He is the father of a son with Blac Chyna named King Cairo Stevenson, born in 2012. However, his son appeared in his music video. They announce their relationship in 2012 but later separate their ways and broke off.
However, it did not take him time to date another girl. He romantically involved with Kylie Jenner, but they ended their relationship in 2014. Because she was only sixteen at that time and he was 20 only.
Tyga Net Worth
Tyga net worth is around $5 million. He earned most of the money from his rapping and music career. Moreover, most of the albums ranked at considerable positions on Billboard Hot 100. One of his track “Deuces” ranked on number 1 on the Hip Hop Songs list as well as Billboard Hot R&B.
Moreover, the audience and critics love the way he sang this song, so it nominated for Best rap and Sung collaboration in Grammy Awards. This popularity helps him to earn a handsome amount of money throughout his career until now.
Facts About Tyra
- He got his nickname Tiger from his mother, and later, he got to change his real name to stage name called Tyga.
- His stage name stands for “Thank You, God, Always.”
- Song “Deuces” ranked on number 1 on t Hip Hop Songs list.
- ‘Diamond Life’ considered as a famous track which featured in a video game ‘Need for Speed: Undercover.’
- Tyga’s net worth is around $5 million.