Babyfxce E
Babyfxce E | |
|---|---|
| Born | Efrem Jamaar Blackwell Jr.[1] 2002 or 2003 (age 23–24)[2] |
| Origin | Flint, Michigan, U.S. |
| Genres | Hip-hop |
| Occupation | Rapper |
| Years active | 2020–present |
| Label | Atlantic |
| Website | babyfxcee |
Efrem Jamaar Blackwell Jr., known professionally as Babyfxce E, is an American rapper from Flint, Michigan. He gained online traction with his 2022 single "Six Flags," and in 2024, secured a label contract with Atlantic Records. He released his debut album, Da Realest, in February 2026.[3]
In 2026, he was named as one of the "15 Artists to Watch" by Billboard[4] and one of "26 Rappers to Watch" by Complex.[5] The same year, he appeared in XXL magazine as part of their 2026 Freshman Class.[6]
Early life
[edit]Blackwell grew up on the north side of Flint, Michigan with his mother and three siblings. Despite his parents being separated, he remains close with his father. He admitted that he didn't gravitate towards music until his early teens; around seventh grade, he started listening to Detroit rapper Cash Kidd. He'd compose lyrics in his notebook for fun, but never did anything with them. After graduating from Atherton High School, his friend urged him to step into the recording booth. At the positive reception, he began to take rapping seriously[3] and released his debut single, "Invest," in 2021.[7]
He opened for Babyface Ray, BabyTron, and Luh Tyler on their tours. He performed at Billboard House during SXSW 2026.[8]
Artistry
[edit]Blackwell has cited Lil Baby, YoungBoy Never Broke Again, NoCap, and Michigan rap as influences on his music.[2]
Discography
[edit]Studio albums
[edit]| Title | Album details |
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| Da Realest |
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Mixtapes
[edit]| Title | Album details |
|---|---|
| Life of The Reaper |
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| Its Wit a X |
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| The X Tape |
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| Real Striker Music |
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| M Block |
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Singles
[edit]| Title | Year | Album |
|---|---|---|
| "Invest" | 2021 | Non-album singles |
| "Reaper" | ||
| "No Patience" | Life of the Reaper | |
| "Six Flags" | 2022 | |
| "D Rose" | Its Wit a X | |
| "Glock On Me" | Non-album single | |
| "Cut the Block Off" | 2025 | Da Realest |
| "What Bag I'm In" | ||
| "You Know" (with 1up Tee) |
Non-album single | |
| "Real Flex" | Da Realest | |
| "U Feel Me" (with Tay B) |
Non-album singles | |
| "The Big 3" (with Rio da Yung OG and YN Jay) |
2026 | |
| "Grandma Baby" (with Black Fortune and Baby Kia) | ||
| "Activated" (with Baby Money and lilkhalil616) | ||
| "Street Love" (with Jontae) | ||
| "Bussin" |
Concert tours
[edit]- Da Realest Tour (2026)[10]
References
[edit]- ↑ Graham, Adam (June 24, 2026). "Babyfxce E, Flint Rapper, Makes XXL Magazine's Annual Freshman Class". The Detroit News. Archived from the original on June 25, 2026. Retrieved June 25, 2026.
- 1 2 Coleman II, C. Vernon (July 14, 2026). "Babyfxce E - 2026 XXL Freshman Freestyle, Interview and More". XXL Mag. Retrieved July 20, 2026.
- 1 2 Davison, Kahn Santori (June 9, 2026). "The Rise of Babyfxce E, Flint's Newest Rap Star". Metro Times. Archived from the original on June 10, 2026. Retrieved June 25, 2026.
- ↑ Saponara, Michael (February 23, 2026). "15 Hip-Hop, Caribbean and R&B Artists to Watch in 2026". Billboard. Archived from the original on February 28, 2026. Retrieved June 25, 2026.
- ↑ Sanfiorenzo, Dimas (January 15, 2026). "26 Rappers to Watch in 2026". Complex. Archived from the original on January 15, 2026. Retrieved June 25, 2026.
- ↑ Cline, Georgette (June 24, 2026). "2026 XXL Freshman Class Revealed". XXL. Archived from the original on June 24, 2026. Retrieved June 25, 2026.
- ↑ Eustice, Kyle (October 23, 2025). "Show & Prove: Babyfxce E". XXL. Archived from the original on October 23, 2025. Retrieved June 25, 2026.
- ↑ "Billboard Closes SXSW 2026 with Sold-Out Nights of Music, Conversations & Fan Experiences". Billboard. March 17, 2026. Archived from the original on March 17, 2026. Retrieved June 25, 2026.
- ↑ Saponara, Michael (February 2, 2026). "R&B/Hip-Hop Fresh Picks of the Week: Mýa, DaBaby, Jordan Ward, Lelo & More". Billboard. Archived from the original on June 25, 2026. Retrieved June 25, 2026.
- ↑ "Babyfxce E (Atlantic)". Hits Daily Double. April 3, 2026. Archived from the original on June 25, 2026. Retrieved June 25, 2026.