Sick YG, the nephew of San Francisco pioneers DJ Big Bob and DJ Toney Tone, was born and raised in the infamous Fillmore District via Turkwood home of the foundation entitled: The Boogie Basement. YG was heavily influenced by the Hip Hop scene in its infancy. At a young age, Sick YG was counseled and mentored by world renown artist, Lenny Williams. Mr. Williams set him on the right path for the better. As an Emcee from the Bay Area, YG has been noted as one of the best kept secrets by Bay Area hard hitters such as: Andre Nickatina, Cellski, Rappin 4Tay, Equipto, DenGee, and array of many more. In addition, YG has worked with lyrical talents like: Chunk, Equipto, San Quinn, Big Rich, Gigalo Gee, Hugh E.M.C., Bored Stiff, Akil, S-Five, Mint Rock, and many more. Also, YG has shared the stage with artists such as: Ice T, Rodney O & D.J. Joe Cooley, Marvelous and D.J. Cash Money, Too $hort, Andre Nickatina, Hugh E.M.C., Rappin’4Tay, San Quinn, Equipto, Mike Marshall, and a host of others.

     Currently, Sick YG is known as one of San Francisco’s Mixtape Legends with material reaching the public of Japan, Russia, Switzerland, and all over the United States. YG has a digital album entitled: Genuine Article (The Early Edition) available online. The in-store version of Genuine Article (The Early Edition) is set for release in 2009 which will feature 7 new songs in addition to the online version. Also, YG is working on a Japan release entitled: "The Joint One Experience... Vol. 1 Death of a Legend, Birth of an Icon" which is also set for release in 2009 preluding "The Genuine Article". 

     Sick YG has been scouted upon by many labels for some time now. He states, " I felt like I had a lot to offer the industry but didn't feel like the time was right to sign to any labels. I made a personal vow to hit the industry hard when I was ready. And now I'm ready!"  Upon making his mark, The number one Hip Hop radio show in Japan, Joint One Radio,  took notice and signed Sick YG.  To date, YG is signed to Shima Sounds/Joint One with headquarters in Japan and offices in Los Angeles, South Pasadena, and San Francisco.