: Following his incarceration, he spent time teaching chess to children, an experience he credits with helping him develop the discipline necessary for his music career.

: After gaining millions of views on YouTube and coverage from outlets like Pitchfork and Rolling Stone, he signed with Def Jam Recordings in 2022. Background and Influence

: He gained immediate attention with his 2019 debut track "Aaron Rodgers," where he compared his own precision and success in the rap game to the professional football player.

: His debut EP, Drench 'Em (2021), further established his "Drench" brand and included the popular single "Make Your Bitch Do it".

"26RAR" typically refers to the Brooklyn drill rapper , whose name is often stylized with a "26" prefix representing his Bergen Street roots. Born and raised in Crown Heights, he emerged as a prominent figure in the New York City drill scene following his release from a four-year prison stint in 2019. Musical Career and Style

: Before turning to music, 26AR was a standout basketball player in Crown Heights, a background that heavily influences his competitive lyrical style.

: His work is influenced by a mix of Chicago and New York legends, including Lil Durk, Chief Keef, Biggie Smalls, and Jay-Z. 26AR | The New Voice of Brooklyn is Here To 'Drench 'Em'

: Known for a "legato" flow that moves with high momentum, his music often features the heavy, rumbling production typical of the Brooklyn drill genre.