Young Thug Praises Lawyer and Inspires Law Students After Jail Release
Atlanta rapper Young Thug, now released from probation, speaks to Emory law students about the impact of legal professions and emphasizes the importance of support over punishment. We discuss it here!
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By: Joshua Martin
In arguably one of the most feel-good moments of 2024, Atlanta native and rapper Young Thug is finally home. Thanks to his attorney, Brian Steel, the 33-year-old rapper recently spoke to a group of law students about why their profession is so important.
“Brian Steel is the best person possible. He should be a professor. You guys should become lawyers. I think it’s very important to help people out of the situations they’re in the best you can. I mean, what side do you want to be on? You want to put people in prison for mistakes? Because everybody makes mistakes, they’re human. ”
The Grammy Award winner’s 15-year probation term mandates that he does community service, specifically speaking to students. Steel appeared at Emory University School of Law and called the “Hot” rapper so he could address the potential lawyers.
““You gotta always look at it like they’re there to put us in prison and you guys are here to keep us from prison.”
Thugger reminded the students that anyone could have been in his position. Reiterating that they should stick to their paths and offered himself as a resource.
“And everybody on this phone, in this classroom, you always need to know that you’re one mistake away. I feel like we need more people like Brian Steel on this earth and less people like that. So I think it’s very, very, very important to be a lawyer over anything. Lawyers and doctors are the two greatest things that were ever founded. You actually help people. That’s doing the real God work.”
Young Thug, real name Jeffrey Lamar Williams, was released from police custody on Wednesday, October 31st, after the longest criminal trial in Georgia history. He pleaded no contest to racketeering conspiracy and guilty to three drug charges, two gun charges and one gang charge. Although the terms of his probation prevents him from speaking with other gang members, He is permitted to speak with and work with fellow label mate Gunna.
During the final hearing, Thugger’s lawyer Steel broke down why the rap lyrics cited during the trial were misinterpreted and asserted the good that Thug has done for his community.
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Young Thug's Lawyer Looking to Remove YSL Polo From RICO Trial
The ongoing RICO trial of rapper Young Thug faces a motion by his lawyer, Brian Steel, seeking to remove codefendant YSL Polo (Codarius Dorsey) due to courtroom behavior concerns. We discuss it here!
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The RICO trial is still underway for rapper Young Thug. On September 1st, Brian Steel, who is Young Thug's lawyer, filed a motion to have codefendant YSL Polo (Codarius Dorsey) removed from the trial due to his sporadic movement in the courtroom. Attorney Steel feels that YSL Polo was unprofessional and could cause an unfair trial for Young Thug. Ultimately, they want YSL Polo separated from the other co-inductees. Judge Glanville does not believe YSL Polo is seeking attention.
Young Thug was indicted on RICO charges on May 9th, 2022, in Georgia. Gunna and 26 other YSL members were also indicted and charged. If you’re not familiar with YSL, it stands for Young Slime Life. Authorities are accusing YSL of being a violent street gang created by Young Thug. The 56-count indictment includes charges of armed robbery and murder. They are also accusing Young Thug of being involved in attempting to murder YFN Lucci and renting a car that was involved in a 2015 murder.
Young Thug, whose real name is Jeffery Lamar Williams, is an American rapper, singer, and songwriter. He gained popularity in the early 2010s for his unique musical style and unconventional approach to rap. Young Thug is known for his distinctive voice, genre-blending music, and fashion-forward image.
Born on August 16, 1991, in Atlanta, Georgia, Young Thug began his musical career by releasing a series of mixtapes that gained him a loyal fanbase. His breakthrough came in 2014 with the release of his mixtape "Barter 6," which featured the hit single "Stoner." Since then, he has released numerous successful projects, including albums like "So Much Fun" and "Slime Language."
Young Thug's music is characterized by his versatile rap style, incorporating elements of trap, hip-hop, and melodic singing. He has collaborated with many notable artists across different genres, such as Travis Scott, Future, and Camila Cabello. His unique and innovative approach to music has earned him critical acclaim and a dedicated following.
In addition to his music, Young Thug has made headlines for his fashion choices, often pushing boundaries and challenging traditional gender norms with his style. He has become a fashion icon, influencing trends and breaking barriers in the industry.
Young Thug continues to be a prominent figure in the rap scene, constantly evolving and pushing artistic boundaries. His impact on the music industry and his ability to captivate listeners with his distinct sound make him a highly influential artist in today's music landscape.
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