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Pooh Shiesty

Pooh Shiesty is the stage name of Lontrell Denell Williams Jr., an American rapper from Memphis, Tennessee.

Updated July 30, 20261 min readCited sources

Pooh Shiesty is the stage name of Lontrell Denell Williams Jr., an American rapper from Memphis, Tennessee. He rose to fame in 2020–2021 with the breakout single "Back in Blood" and the mixtape *Shiesty Season*.

Who is Pooh Shiesty?

Born Lontrell Denell Williams Jr. on November 8, 1999, in Memphis, Tennessee, Pooh Shiesty began releasing music independently before signing to Gucci Mane’s 1017 Records and Atlantic Records in 2020. He is primarily a hip hop and trap artist, drawing from Memphis rap traditions.

Breakout and music career

His national attention came in 2020 with the single "Back in Blood" featuring Lil Durk. The track helped propel his debut mixtape *Shiesty Season*, released in 2021, which solidified his place in the trap and hip hop scene. He has been active since 2018.

Later reports indicate criminal charges and incarceration. A 2026 report mentions an arrest in connection with a federal kidnapping-conspiracy case, while earlier reporting covers a prior guilty plea and sentence. Details are inconsistent across sources.

In short

  • Born in Memphis, Tennessee, on November 8, 1999.
  • Signed to 1017 Records and Atlantic Records in 2020.
  • Known for the song "Back in Blood" and the mixtape *Shiesty Season*.
  • Works in hip hop and trap music genres.
Canadian angle

Canadian readers may know Pooh Shiesty through streaming platforms and Canadian music services, where his artist profile and releases are available.[8][10]

Quick questions

What is Pooh Shiesty's real name?
His real name is Lontrell Denell Williams Jr.
What is Pooh Shiesty known for?
He is known for the song "Back in Blood" and the mixtape *Shiesty Season*.
What genre of music does Pooh Shiesty make?
He is primarily associated with hip hop and trap music.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pooh_Shiesty
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, stage name, breakout song, and general biographical overview.
  2. The Commercial Appeal — https://www.commercialappeal.com/story/news/local/2026/04/02/who-is-pooh-shiesty-arrested-kidnapping-gucci-mane/89433487007/
    Supports: Recent reporting on arrest, career background, label affiliation, and earlier chart success.
  3. HotNewHipHop — https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/profile/poohshiesty
    Supports: Early independent releases, label signing, and debut mixtape information.
  4. Deezer — https://www.deezer.com/it/artist/61799192
    Supports: Artist identification and songwriting/credit metadata.
  5. Official Website of Pooh Shiesty — https://www.poohshiestymusic.com/
    Supports: Official artist identification and branding.
  6. Apple Music Canada — https://music.apple.com/ca/artist/pooh-shiesty/1456620250?l=fr-CA
    Supports: Canadian availability, birthplace, genre, and artist description.