Earl Swavey

Earl Hatton (December 8, 1995 – January 9, 2022), also known as Earl Swavey, was an American rapper. A noted figure in the West Coast hip hop scene, he was first noticed and mentored by A$AP Yams, releasing a plethora of projects. He died in 2022, after being shot in possible gang activity.

Early life Earl Hatton was born on December 8, 1995, in Compton, California. His father died when he was a two years old, so he was raised by a single mother. While still young, Swavey was inspired by his brother rapping; his cousin was also rapper Jay Rock.

Career Swavey ventured into the rap scene by first releasing the mixtape Business Before Pleasure (BBP) in 2013. One of its songs, "Beef", led to A$AP Yams getting in touch with him and mentoring him. In 2021, he dropped three albums, Unphuckwithable, Gangland 4, and The Dirtiest.

Influences and artistry Swavey was influenced by the artists T.I., Rick Ross, and 50 Cent.

Discography Studio albums Title Details Unphuckwitable Released: May 29, 2021 Label: Swave Music Group Formats: Digital download Gangland 4 Released: September 5, 2021 Label: Swave Music Group Formats: Digital download The Dirtiest Released: December 5, 2021 Label: Swave Music Group Formats: Digital download

Mixtapes Title Details Yurple Rain Released: February 10, 2015 Label: Self-released Formats: Digital download 2 Way Swave Released: April 28, 2018 Label: Safe Money Records Formats: Digital download

Singles