Rae Sremmurd

American hip-hop duo known for energetic party anthems and viral hits.Formed in 2008 in Tupelo, Mississippi, by brothers Swae Lee (Khalif Malik Ibn Shaman Brown) and Slim Jxmmi (Aaquil Ibn Shaman Brown). Signed to Mike WiLL Made-It's EarDrummers Entertainment in 2013. Released breakthrough singles "No Flex Zone" (2014) and "No Type" (2014), followed by chart-topping "Black Beatles" (2016).
  • The name "Rae Sremmurd" is "Ear Drummers" (their label) spelled backward, reflecting their chaotic creative energy.
  • Swae Lee and Slim Jxmmi experienced homelessness during their teens, living in an abandoned house while producing music on a single computer.
  • "Black Beatles" went viral in 2016 due to the Mannequin Challenge meme, topping the Billboard Hot 100 for seven consecutive weeks.
  • Both members faced legal issues: Swae Lee was arrested for marijuana possession (2016), and Slim Jxmmi for domestic violence (2019), though charges were later dropped.
  • The duo pioneered the "triple album" concept with "SR3MM" (2018), featuring a collaborative album and two solo discs.