YG’s new song ‘2004’ uncovers emotional wounds from his youth in Compton.
- He shares his heartbreaking story of being assaulted by a woman twice his age at 14.
- The rapper reflects on how this trauma impacted his life and music.
- His raw lyrics provide a bold and honest account of his struggles.
- YG joins other artists who’ve shared similar painful experiences.
YG’s new track, ‘2004,’ hits hard as he opens up about a personal trauma from his early teens. Over a catchy West Coast beat, he raps about being sexually assaulted at 14 by a woman who was 30.
In his lyrics, he reveals that this event changed his perspective on life forever, stating, ‘Since that day I never looked at shit the same.’ This incident, as he describes, left him feeling lost and unable to trust.
Continuing the narrative, YG shares more shocking details about the ongoing nature of this relationship, describing episodes that left him uneasy and confused about his experiences.
This revelation is a part of a broader conversation in the music industry, where more artists like YG are bravely sharing their past traumas to shed light on a subject too often kept in the dark.
A$AP Ferg, for instance, has also been open about his own experience with abuse, recounting a similar story of childhood violation. The openness of YG and others helps fans understand the influence of such experiences on their views and art.
These stories of hardship are not isolated. They resonate with listeners, especially given how they challenge the stereotypes of masculinity within hip-hop culture.
Many artists use their platform to express pain and cope with their pasts, hoping to inspire those who have suffered in silence. This trend of vulnerability is powerful, humanizing artists and breaking barriers.
YG’s courageous act of sharing his past gives a voice to many who continue to battle with their silent scars.
