42 Dugg

 Hayes began to gain traction first through his songs "The Streets", and "STFU". After writing poetry for Lil Baby, Hayes signed to Lil Baby's 4 Pockets Full (4PF) as well as Yo Gotti's Collective Music Group(CMG) together with Interscope Records. 42 Dugg became a sensation across the nation when he was featured on Lil Baby's February 2020 track "Grace" that reached the 48th spot on the Billboard Hot 100. In May of 2020 42 Dugg was featured on Lil Baby's track "We Paid", which was ranked at number 10 on the Billboard Hot 100. The mixtape Young & Turnt 2 saw an increase in sales, reaching number 58 on the Billboard 200 and number six on the Billboard Independent Albums charts. Hayes continued to be a hit by appearing on songs by Marshmello and Lil Keed as well as Blac Youngsta and Big Sean. Three people were injured during 42 Dugg's Atlanta music video shoot on the 21st of February, 2021. OMB Peezy was later arrested for shooting and assault with an explosive weapon and possessing firearms in the commission of a crime. Three of the victims were able to escape.