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Riff Raff

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About Riff Raff

American rapper, songwriter and actor Riff Raff is known for his outrageous fashion style and unique sound.

List of Riff Raff's featurings

Justin Bieber, G-Eazy, Mac Miller & Childish Gambino

Riff Raff's age

Riff Raff is currently 41 years old.

Riff Raff's country of origin

Riff Raff is from United States.

Riff Raff's real name

Riff Raff's real name is Horst Christian Simco.

The Success Story of Riff Raff

Who is Riff Raff?

Riff Raff, born Horst Christian Simco on January 29, 1982, is an American rapper, songwriter and actor from Houston, Texas. He is known for his outrageous fashion style and distinctive sound. Riff Raff has released several studio albums since 2010 and has been featured in many collaborations with other artists.

Early Life and Career

Riff Raff was born in Houston, Texas to Ronald Simco and Gail Gettelman. He attended Langham Creek High School before dropping out in his senior year. After leaving school, he moved to Los Angeles to pursue a rap career. It was there that he adopted the stage name of “Riff Raff”. In 2010, he released his debut mixtape called “The Golden Alien”. This mixtape was well received by fans and critics alike and was followed by several more successful mixtapes over the years.

Collaborations

Riff Raff has collaborated with many notable artists such as Justin Bieber, G-Eazy, Mac Miller and Childish Gambino. He also appeared on the television show “From G's to Gents” in 2008. In 2012, he released his debut studio album “Neon Icon” which peaked at number 24 on the US Billboard 200 chart. He has since released three more studio albums including “Peach Panther” in 2016, “Cool Blue Jewels” in 2019 and “Tangerine Tiger” in 2020.

Legacy

Riff Raff is considered to be one of the most distinctive voices in hip-hop today. His unique sound has earned him a dedicated fan base who appreciate his music for its creativity and originality. He has been praised by critics for his fearless approach to music and willingness to push boundaries. He continues to release new music regularly with no signs of slowing down anytime soon.