Siraj Iddris
Chicago’s music scene has always been a hotbed for talent, and one rising star who is making waves is none other than PGF Nuk. With his infectious energy and hard-hitting lyrics, PGF Nuk has quickly become a force to be reckoned with in the world of drill rap. His breakout hit single, “WADDUP,” has garnered millions of streams and catapulted him into the spotlight. He has only been rapping for two years now and has already gained the co-sign of popular Chicago rappers like Lil Durk and Polo G, the latter whom he collaborated on the remix of his hit single “WADDUP”. The original song has garnered over 12 million views on YouTube whereas the remix which he featured Polo G has amassed over 87 million views on YouTube.
In this article, we will delve into the life and career of PGF Nuk, exploring his journey to success and the impact he is making on the music industry. So, buckle up and get ready to dive into the world of PGF Nuk, the rising Chicago drill rapper who is taking the music scene by storm.
PGF Nuk Bio.
Virgil Gibson who is better known as PGF Nuk is an American rapper and songwriter who hails from the birthplace of drill music, Chicago. He was born on October 14, 2001 and is currently 22 years as of 2023. He bears the Libra birth-sign. He grew up on the Southside of Chicago specifically on the 59th Englewood block. He grew up in a very dangerous neighborhood which is known for gun violence and as such, many of his colleagues fell victim to the ugly canker of gang violence. He was raised by a single mother as his father was incarcerated. Growing up without a father figure, he had to find a way to support his mother and fend for himself and as such, together with his brother, they resorted to the selling of candy. As he grew older, he wanted something bigger and was introduced to rapping by his friend, Psycho. He unfortunately lost his friend to gun violence and as a tribute, he adopted his name “Psycho” into his stage name “PGF” which means “Psycho Gang Family”. He has ever since released a couple of songs but he however received traction following release of his single “WADDUP” in October 2021. The song received positive reviews and was even co-signed by popular rappers like Polo G who was featured on the remix of the song. He is an African-American who hails from a Christian home. He is a member of the Psycho Gang Family, a clique which comprise of rappers like PGF Tavo, PGF Mooda among others. He has attained global success and fame and as such has over 412 thousand followers on his Instagram account.
Parents and Siblings.
He has not revealed the names and identities of his parents. However, he was raised by his single mother as his father was in and out of jail. His family hails from the Southside of Chicago. The only sibling of his known to the public is rapper and fellow PGF member, PGF Tavo. The siblings have a smooth chemistry and have released a couple of songs together.
Girlfriend.
He is currently in a relationship with popular American social media personality, Journie Marie. She unveiled their relationship on August 3, 2023 via an Instagram post.
Physical Attributes.
The rapper stands at a height of 5 feet 9 inches tall (175 centimetres) and has a body weight of 75 kilograms. He has dark hair and dark eyes. As typical of most hip-hop artistes, he embraces alternative forms of self-expression and is seen rocking jewelleries. He is a rapper who is popularly known for his trademark balaclava mask which is fondly referred to hip-hop enthusiasts as the “shiesty mask”.
Educational Background.
Little is known of his educational qualifications but it is reported that he attended a high school in Chicago, Illinois.
Career.
His journey to fame started when he was introduced to music by his friend “Psycho”. Unfortunately, his friend was killed in a gun violence. After the death of his friend, he adopted his name as his clique name “Psycho Gang Family” which is known by the acronym “PGF”. The PGF clique comprise of rappers like PGF Tavo and PGF Mooda. He started releasing songs and music videos in 2019. His first track “HennDusse” which was released in 2019 has amassed over 820 thousand followers on YouTube. He was drawn into the limelight after he released his single “Niggas Be Bitches” which earned him his first 1 million views. He however gained major recognition and traction following the release of his hit single “WADDUP” in October 2021. The song achieved initial success with over 12 million views on YouTube. It received critical acclaim and was co-signed by Polo G who offered to be on the remix. The remix of the song was released on October 2022 and has amassed over 87 million views on YouTube. This earned him a record label contract at Alamo Records. He has since then released a couple bangers such as “Glock With a Switch”, “4PF”, “Talk my Shit” among others. On July 8, 2022, he released his first album titled “Switch Music”, the album featured tracks such as “Hot Summer”, “Button Boyz”, “Not opps”, “Spin” among others. In the course of his career, he has worked with artistes such as Big 30, Est Gee, PGF Tavo among others. His YouTube channel boasts of over 413 thousand subscribers.
2023 saw him releasing tracks like “InstaKill”, “bounce”, “Switches” among others. He is set to release a number of songs before the year ends.
Net Worth.
Per reports, the rapper is estimated to be worth $1 million as of 2023. PGF Nuk has achieved considerable success in his career, and his hard work has paid off financially. He has established himself as a financially successful rapper. Nuk’s talent, dedication, and entrepreneurial spirit have allowed him to not only create impactful music but also build a solid financial foundation. His net worth is a testament to his ability to navigate the music industry and capitalize on his talents.
Trivia.
| Info | Answer |
| Full Name | Virgil Gibson |
| Stage Name | PGF Nuk |
| Profession | Rapper |
| Date of Birth | October 14, 2001 |
| Age | 22 years |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra |
| Hometown | Chicago, Illinois |
| Nationality | American |
| Ethnicity | African-American |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Net Worth | $1 million |
| Height | 5 feet 9 inches |
| Weight | 75 Kilograms |
