Who Is Berner?

Berner is a rapper and music producer from the San Francisco Bay Area. His real name is Gilbert Milam Jr., and he was born on October 27th, 1981. He has been working in the hip hop industry since the early 2000s, releasing his first solo album in 2007. Since then, he has released numerous albums and mixtapes, collaborating with well-known artists such as B-Real, C-Bo, The Jacka, Juicy J, and A Boogie wit da Hoodie. Berner is well known for his marijuana-themed lyrics as well as his association with the rap group Taylor Gang.

Early Career

Berner began his career in the early 2000s. He started out by releasing several mixtapes, including Bay to LA (2006) and Blow (2007). He released his first solo studio album, Weekend at Bernie's, in 2007. The album featured the single “White Girl” which became a minor hit in the United States. The success of the album soon caught the attention of major labels and Berner signed a deal with Warner Bros Records in 2008.

Recent Projects

In 2016, Berner released his ninth studio album titled Hempire. The album featured guest appearances from Wiz Khalifa, Ty Dolla Sign, Juicy J, Devin the Dude, and more. It debuted at number 8 on the US Rap charts and was certified gold by the RIAA. In 2018 he released his tenth studio album Slaps which featured guest appearances from Snoop Dogg, G-Eazy, Schoolboy Q and more. The album peaked at number 4 on the US Rap charts and was certified gold by the RIAA.

Collaborations & Ventures

Berner has collaborated with many artists throughout his career. He has worked with fellow Taylor Gang members Wiz Khalifa, Juicy J and Ty Dolla Sign. He also collaborated with Cypress Hill on their 2012 album Rise Up. In addition to music, Berner has also ventured into other business opportunities such as cannabis strain genetics and apparel brand Cookies SF. He also owns several dispensaries in California.