Keith "Youngin" George II

Keith "Youngin" George II
George II in 2020
Born
Keith Anthony George II[1]

(1986-04-16) April 16, 1986[2]
Upper Heyford, Oxfordshire
Other namesDJ Youngin Beatz
Youngin
Itz Youngin
Occupations
  • App Developer
  • Mixtape DJ
  • Music Producer
  • Music Manager
Years active2006–present
AwardsMuse Award
Musical career
Genres
  • Hip-hop
  • R&B
  • Pop
  • Spoken Word
Instrument
  • Keyboards
Websiteitzyoungin.com

Keith "Youngin" George II is a former mixtape DJ, music executive, manager, producer, and technology app director.[3] He has collaborated with Maino, T-Pain, Nas and Soulja Boy, among others.[4] He was instrumental in the launch of social media app and website, Kandiid in 2021[5] and served as Fliiks App Director of Regional Development.

Career

Keith Anthony George II[6] was born in Upper Heyford, Oxfordshire, England. His father was in the Air Force which exposed him to different cultures and music.[6] He graduated from Allen High School and attended San Antonio College.[4]

George's music career began in 2006 as a mixtape DJ working as DJ Youngin Beatz. He performed at various shows and worked with a variety of artists, managers, and music executives. In 2007, George released the mixtape, Untapped market Vol. 1 (Da Underdogz), which featured tracks from artists including Kanye West, Lil Wayne, 50 Cent, Yung Berg, and Nelly.[7] In 2008, he began working with Def Jam executive Sarah Alminawi who was managing Maino at the time. George played a key role in the marketing and promotional success of Maino's single, Hi Hater, which peaked at #8 on Billboard's US Bubbling Under Hot 100 chart.[8][1]

In 2021, George was an advisor and infrastructure head at Kandiid, a social media app which won a W3 Award in 2022. In 2023, he became involved with Fliiks App as Director of Regional Development[9] which earned a Telly Award, two Muse Awards, and a W3 Award in 2025.[6][10][11][12][13]

In 2025, George was a composer and producer on two singles on Sekou Andrews's album, Koumami; The Chosen One: ACT 1 (featuring Lion Babe) and Love Don't Care (featuring Jordin Sparks and Omari Hardwick).[14] That same year, he was awarded an Atlanta City Proclamation for Philanthropy and Community Leadership for his partnership with Women's International Grail, a nonprofit organization that assists women, single mothers, and low-income families. He also collaborates with local youth programs, creative networks, and minority-owned startups, providing access to mentorship and industry knowledge.[15]

In 2026, George facilitated the Texas recognition of Hip-Hop group Digital Underground for their contributions to hip-hop culture, along with Texas House of Representative Josey Garcia and the Alamo City Culture Collective at the San Antonio African American Community Archive Museum.[16]

Awards

Year Nominated work Category Award Result
2022Kandiid AppMobile Apps & Sites-CulturalW3 AwardWon
2025FliiksGeneral BrandingTelly AwardsWon
2025FliiksMobile App - BusinessMuse AwardWon
2025FliiksIntegrated Marketing - Company BrandingMuse AwardWon
2025FliiksMobile Features-Best Experimental & InnovationW3 AwardWon

References

  1. 1 2 "The Untold Grind: Keith "Youngin" George II's Evolution from Mixtape DJ to Industry Visionary by Bryson "Boom" Paul". Hot 97. April 4, 2025. Retrieved October 24, 2025.
  2. ↑ "Keith 'Youngin' George II Proves To Be One Of The Hardest Workers in The Music Business". Maxed Hip Hop. October 14, 2021. Retrieved October 24, 2025.
  3. ↑ "The power of collaboration in music: the story of Keith "Youngin" George II From his role as a DJ to strategic advisor, his journey reflects the power of passion and creativity in music". Billboard. March 6, 2024. Retrieved October 24, 2025.
  4. 1 2 "Keith 'Youngin' George II Is Advocating for Behind-the-Scenes Musicians by Alex Gonzalez". Dallas Observer. May 16, 2024. Retrieved October 24, 2025.
  5. ↑ "2022 M3 Award Winners". W3 Award. Retrieved October 24, 2025.
  6. 1 2 3 "Keith "Youngin" George II: From Military Roots to Music and Tech – A Versatile Visionary's Journey". Sheen Magazine. August 15, 2024. Retrieved October 24, 2025.
  7. ↑ "Youngin Beatz - Untapped market Vol. 1 (Da Underdogz)". Mixtape Torrent. September 13, 2007. Retrieved October 24, 2025.
  8. ↑ "Maino Spins Grit into Gold". BMI. September 8, 2009. Retrieved October 24, 2025.
  9. ↑ "The Fliiks leadership team brings together expertise across technology, product development, operations, and growth". Fliiks. Retrieved March 14, 2026.
  10. ↑ "Fliiks: Leading the Evolution of On-Demand Smartphone Photography". Telly Awards. Retrieved October 24, 2025.
  11. ↑ "2025 Muse Awards". Muse Awards. Retrieved January 21, 2026.
  12. ↑ "2025 Muse Awards". Muse Awards. Retrieved January 21, 2026.
  13. ↑ "Fliix W3 Award". W3 Awards. Retrieved February 11, 2026.
  14. ↑ "Sekou Andrews". Apple Music. August 28, 2025. Retrieved January 21, 2026.
  15. ↑ "Texas Native Keith Youngin George II Recognized for Community Impact". San Antonio Observer. January 13, 2026. Retrieved October 24, 2025.
  16. ↑ "Legendary Hip-Hop Group Digital Underground Receives Texas Recognition in San Antonio". Hot 97. June 7, 2026. Retrieved August 15, 2026.
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