La Reezy
La Reezy | |
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| Born | Khayree Salahuddin[1] 2004 or 2005 (age 21–22)[2] |
| Origin | New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S. |
| Genres | Hip-hop |
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| Years active | 2023–present |
| Website | lareezy |
Khayree Salahuddin, known professionally as La Reezy,[2] is an American rapper and activist from New Orleans, Louisiana.[3]
Early life
Salahuddin grew up in the 12th Ward near Napoleon Avenue, and graduated from New Orleans Charter Science and Mathematics High School in 2022.[4] His great-great-grandfather was Chris Powell, who was the frontman of The Five Blue Flames. He grew up listening to Lil Wayne, Drake, and Eminem.[1]
At the age of 14, he began to create music, his named artistic influences including Kanye West and Tyler, the Creator.[5]
Career
In 2025, he opened for Little Simz on her Lotus Tour at the Hollywood Palladium, and was part of the Camp Flog Gnaw Carnival lineup.[6]
In 2026, he performed at the 61st commemoration of Malcolm X. He noted of being in the space, "I always envisioned rapping as being an activist. A rap-tivist, actually."[7] He is the founder and chief executive of the nonprofit organization UTH (pronounced "youth") Foundation, which aims to "close the opportunity gap for youth in New Orleans" by promoting youth leadership, empowerment, and community advocacy.[4] In June 2026, Reezy was featured on the cover of XXL as part of its annual Freshman Class list alongside Chris Patrick, Belly Gang Kushington, Slayr, Trim, Trap Dickey, Babyfxce E, Hurricane Wisdom, YKNiece, Skrilla, Sosocamo and Miles Minnick.[8] He released his debut studio album, Skiddle Bandana, on July 7, 2026.[9][2]
Artistry
He has cited Michael Jackson, Kanye West, Kendrick Lamar, Drake, YoungBoy Never Broke Again, Tyler, the Creator, J. Cole, and Lil Wayne as influences on his music.[2]
Discography
| Title | Album details |
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| Reeborn |
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| We All Need Help |
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| Welcome to La Reezyana Vol 1. |
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| Pardon Me, I'm Different (with PJ Morton) |
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| Free99$ (La Reezy LLC) |
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| Skiddle Bandana |
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Accolades
| Organization | Date of ceremony | Award | Ref. |
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| Hip Hop Museum | October 15, 2025 | Next Up Award | [10] |
References
- 1 2 Clapp, Jake (October 31, 2025). "The State of La Reezyana: New Orleans Rapper La Reezy Has a Massive Year". Gambit. Archived from the original on October 31, 2025. Retrieved June 25, 2026.
- 1 2 3 4 Berry, Peter A. (July 9, 2026). "La Reezy - 2026 XXL Freshman Freestyle, Interview and More". XXL Mag. Retrieved July 14, 2026.
- ↑ Saleh, Oumar (April 8, 2026). "La Reezy Makes Hip-Hop Full of Heart and Humanity". NME. Archived from the original on April 8, 2026. Retrieved June 25, 2026.
- 1 2 King, Joseph (May 12, 2026). "La Reezy, We Do It 4 The Culture Connect with New Orleans High Schoolers Through Hip-Hop". WWNO. Archived from the original on May 13, 2026.
- ↑ Corfah, Cynthea (December 31, 2024). "2025 Will Be Rapper La Reezy's Year". New Orleans Magazine. Archived from the original on May 24, 2025. Retrieved June 25, 2026.
- ↑ Strauss, Matthew (August 21, 2025). "Tyler, the Creator, Childish Gambino, Earl Sweatshirt, and More to Play Camp Flog Gnaw Carnival 2025". Pitchfork. Archived from the original on August 21, 2025. Retrieved June 25, 2026.
- ↑ McGee, Taylor (February 27, 2026). "Player's Pass with LA REEZY: La Reezy Carries Malcolm X's Message in His Own Work". Okayplayer. Archived from the original on March 6, 2026.
- ↑ Cline, Georgette (June 24, 2026). "2026 XXL Freshman Class Revealed". XXL. Archived from the original on June 24, 2026. Retrieved June 25, 2026.
- ↑ Williams, Stereo (July 10, 2026). "The Listening: New Music From Coco Jones, Ne-Yo, DJ Premier and Alchemist, Bryson Tiller, Kelela, J. Cole and More". Okayplayer. Retrieved July 14, 2026.
- ↑ "The Hip Hop Museum Honors Icons at Annual Benefit Gala 'Building Hip Hop's Forever Home'". Business Wire. Archived from the original on October 14, 2025. Retrieved June 25, 2026.