Veeze

Born: 28 February 1995

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Years Active: 2017–present

Genre/s: Michigan rap, trap, mumble rap

Label/s: Warner, Navy Wavy

Karon Malcolm Vantrees (born February 28, 1995), known professionally as Veeze, is an American rapper and singer. He pursued a recording career in 2017 and released his debut single, "Itself," in 2019. His debut mixtape, Navy Wavy, was released in September of that year. He signed with Warner Records to release his debut studio album, Ganger (2023), which peaked at number 97 on the Billboard 200. It was supported by the single "GOMD" (remixed featuring Lil Uzi Vert).

His 2024 single, "Sorry Not Sorry" (with Lil Yachty), marked his first entry on the Billboard Hot 100.

Karon Vantrees, was born in Detroit, Michigan. He spent his formative years on the city's West Side, specifically on Seven Mile Road. Before pursuing a career in music, Veeze harbored aspirations of becoming a professional basketball player, specifically an NBA guard. However, he eventually redirected his focus towards music. Veeze has openly discussed his past experiences with substance abuse, including involvement with lean and other drugs. These struggles, which occurred during his youth, have been referenced in his music. Veeze's musical style is heavily influenced by the Detroit hip-hop scene. He has cited various prominent Detroit rappers as inspirations.

Veeze's upbringing instilled a strong hustle mentality, prompting him to sell apples and pears to make ends meet. His musical tastes were shaped by legendary artists such as Tupac Shakur, DMX, Jay-Z, Lil Wayne, Cam'ron, Nate Dogg, Bun B, Scarface, Jadakiss, and Busta Rhymes.