Hotboy Wes
American rapper (born c.1996)
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Wesley Takquan Lewis (born c. 1996) better known by his stage name Hotboy Wes, is an American rapper.
c. 1996 (age 29–30)
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| Background information | |
| Born | Wesley Takquan Lewis c. 1996 (age 29–30) Waco, Texas, US |
| Genres | Southern hip hop |
| Instrument | Vocals |
| Website | hotboywesmusic |
Early life and career
Wesley Takquan Lewis was born c. 1996 in Waco, Texas. In 2019, he released the mixtape Never Had Shit. On July 3 or 4, 2021, he was signed to Gucci Mane's 1017 Records, and was gifted a 1017 necklace from Gucci Mane.[1] He featured on Lewis' song "My Little Dance".[2] He was also featured on the So Icy Boyz compilation album.[3][4]
Legal issues
Lewis is a Crip.[5] In 2020, he was accused of running the vehicle of the mother of his children off the road, while the children were in the car.[3][6]
On January 31, 2022, Lewis was arrested by the United States Marshals Service Lone Star Fugitive Task Force, on a warrant of a stolen firearm. He was held on US$30,000 bail.[6][7]
In January 2024, Lewis was indicted for violence against the mothers of his children. He was sentenced to 15 years in prison, on 10 counts.[5]
Discography
- Left For Dead, Vol.1 (2023)
- Never Had Shit (2019)