Born Jarad Anthony Higgins, Juice WRLD is one of America's top rappers, vocalists, and composers. He was born in Chicago on December 2, 1998. Before entering the world of rap, he liked music and played the piano, guitar, and drums. He explored topics of love, heartbreak, and mental health in his lyrics, which were a reflection of his emotions.
Though his career was short in terms of time, millions of people around the globe are inspired by his music, his kindness, and his legacy. Let us take a glimpse at some of his childhood moments while rising to stardom, his battles, the humanitarian causes he promoted, and the incredible footprint left behind.
Juice WRLD was born and fostered by his mother in the south suburbs of Chicago. Because his parents got separated, he was brought up by his mother alone. She was a very religious woman who never allowed him to listen to hip-hop. But he used to listen to other kinds of music, which helped him find his unique style. His love for music began early, and he began to play the piano at the age of four years.
During his teenage days, Juice WRLD faced all the possible challenges, which included challenges with substance use, of which he freely spoke in his songs. At high school, he learned artists like Kanye West and Fall Out Boy, through whom he began to create a mix of rap with emo music. It was exactly this mix of styles that eventually became his signature, touching the hearts of fans across the globe.
● Juice started uploading songs on the SoundCloud platform in 2015 under the name JuiceTheKidd. Later he changed it to Juice WRLD, as a result of the inspiration drawn from the movie "Juice" and his aspiration for world dominance.
● Early songs like “Forever” and “Too Much Cash” showed his raw talent and honest lyrics.
● His song, launched in 2017 under the title "Lucid Dreams," became a global smash by reaching out to listeners far and near through its emotive lines and catchy tune.
● In 2018, his first album, Goodbye & Good Riddance, catapulted him to fame.
● Juice teamed up with some big-name acts: Future (WRLD on Drugs), Halsey ("Without Me" remix), and BTS ("All Night").
● Known for his incredible freestyling skills, he amazed fans and fellow artists by improvising for hours.
Juice WRLD is widely remembered for its generosity in doing things and using the platforms to support meaningful causes. Although his life is very short, he's managed to give back through meaningful changes.
● Hobbies: He loved playing video games and watching anime. These usually inspired his creativity and lyrical storytelling.
● Passion for Music: He had a deep passion for music since his early years, learned various instruments, and wrote songs when he was still a teenager.
● Love for Fans: Juice WRLD was very attached to his fans, meeting them regularly and appreciating their love.
● Dream and Vision: He dreamed about composing music that transcended time and helped people solve their problems through music.
● Untimely Passing: Juice WRLD passed on 8th December 2019, with his age being 21, but his music lives with us.
Juice WRLD was more than a musician. He was a voice for his generation, who mostly felt they were unheard and not understood. His music, mostly rap, emo, and rock, was very candid about love, heartbreak, mental health, and personal struggles. His songs, such as "Lucid Dreams," could be related to, comforted with, and identified with by the fans. Honest lyrics made listeners feel like he was seeing and hearing them, making the relationship between him and the audience very intimate.
Even after his tragic death at just 21 years of age, the impact of Juice WRLD is still strong, as his posthumous album, Legends Never Die, inspires millions around the world. He was not only an artist; he was hope for all, and he left behind a legacy that will echo for a long time.
