YG Marley is an American singer and songwriter known for his single “Praise Jah in the Moonlight”. Get to know details of his age, his discography of hit songs, his potential albums and growing net worth.

YG Marley
Birthday: December 5, 2001
Birthplace: Beverly Hills, California
Occupation: Musician
Biography
YG Marley was born Joshua Omaru Marley on December 5, 2001 in Beverly Hills, California to parents, Lauryn Hill and Rohan Marley. He has two siblings John Nesta Marley and Selah Marley whonis a model. He also have a half brother, Nico Marley who is a former NFL player.
He was born into a music lineage as his mother, Lauryn Hill is a Grammy award winning singer who has made an impact on hip-hop and R&B, with his lyrical depth and soulful vocals. His father Rohan Marley who is a former CFL football player and entrepreneur, is the son of the Reggae icon, Bob Marley. Although, Rohan and Lauryn were never married legally despite having five children together with over 15 years of partnership, their union brought about a fusion of Reggae and hip-hop sensibilities among their children, most especially YG Marley.
YG Marley developed interest in music at the age of 9, where he began to join his mother on stage during her concerts. He came to the limelight at a very young age where he released his single “Praise Jah in the Moonlight” in 2023. He connected with diverse audience with the blend of his youthful energy and seasoned musical lineage. During this period, the release of the highly anticipated Bob Marley biopic, Bob Marley: One Love, created lots of attention on YG Marley, and as such was seen as a continuation of the music legacy.
YG Marley’s musical style which is a fusion of reggae and hip-hop, while also recognising his roots, has paved way for him in the music industry.
His hit song “Praise Jah in the Moonlight” which was co-written by his mother, Lauryn Hill, samples his grandfather Bob Marley track “Crisis”.
He is also credited for other exciting songs such as; “Survival” featuring is mother, Lauryn Hill, a collaboration with the Nigerian singer Davido on “Awuke”, “Treasure & Gold” with hip-hop legend, Busta Rhymes, “Never Let You Go” with Chloe Bailey, “Blessings – A Colors Show” which showcased his continued evolution as an artist. He also released the EP “Live in Saudi Arabia”.
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Aside from music, he had a modelling campaign for Urban Outfitters in 2017 and was also featured in Teen Vogue alongside his sister Selah Marley.
For his efforts, he won the Best New Entertainer at International Reggae and World Music Awards (2025). He has been nominated for numerous awards such as; Best Carribean Music Act at MOBO Awards, World Artist of the Year at iHeartRadio Music Awards, Best Male Vocalist and Best Song at International Reggae and World Music Awards.
YG Marley who derives his income from streaming royalties, music sales, performance fees, and brand endorsements, has an estimated net worth of $500,000.
People also ask
- What is YG Marley real name? His real name is Joshua Omaru Marley.
- How old is YG Marley? He was born on
- Who are YG Marley’s parents? His parents are Lauryn Hill and Rohan Marley.
- Is YG Marley related to Bob Marley? YG Marley is the grandson of Bob Marley.
- What is YG Marley religion? His family is connected to the Rastafari movement, a religion founded in Jamaica in the 1930s.
- What is YG Marley’s height? He has a height of 5 feet 10 inches.
- What is YG Marley net worth? He has an estimated net worth of $500,000.