The partnership between Young Thug and rising Atlanta rapper Nine Vicious is stronger than ever. After months of speculation about his label status, Young Thug has officially confirmed that Nine Vicious has re-signed with YSL Records on a deal worth millions of dollars.
The Young Thug sign Nine Vicious confirmation puts to rest any doubts about the rapper’s affiliation with the label. Nine Vicious, an Athens, Georgia native born Trevon O’Ryan Echols, has been on a meteoric rise since 2024, building momentum with his debut mixtape Studio Addict and the viral single “U Fancy?”
The re-signing comes after a period of uncertainty. In September 2025, Nine Vicious appeared to distance himself from YSL, claiming through his song “Baguettes” and private messages that he had left the label. However, Young Thug publicly maintained that Nine Vicious remained under YSL, reaffirming their affiliation during a livestream.
The new multi-million dollar deal signals a renewed commitment from both parties. Nine Vicious has proven his commercial viability, with his third studio album EMOTIONS debuting at #102 on the Billboard 200, selling 12,000 units in its first week . He has also earned placements on high-profile projects, including Kanye West’s Bully, appearing on two tracks.
Nine Vicious first gained recognition in early 2025 when Young Thug co-signed his track “U Fancy?” on X, quoting the lyrics and bringing the young artist into the spotlight. Shortly after, YSL artist Lil Gotit confirmed on the Big Facts Podcast that Nine had signed to the label. He has since released a string of projects, including Tumblr Music (March 2025), FOR NOTHING (July 2025), and EMOTIONS (April 2026).
The rapper takes inspiration from Michael Jackson, Tupac Shakur, Young Thug, and Prince, paying homage through his artwork and samples. His stage name reflects a blend of “Nine” symbolizing completion and “Vicious” inspired by punk rocker Sid Vicious. His sound has drawn comparisons to new-age Atlanta trap, blending melodic flows with edgy delivery.
The re-signing of Nine Vicious to YSL Records on a multi-million dollar deal is a win for both the artist and the label. After a brief period of tension, Young Thug has secured one of Atlanta’s most promising rising stars. With a Billboard-charting album and a Kanye West feature under his belt, Nine Vicious is poised to become YSL’s next breakout success story.
