Ricardo Valentine Jr., professionally known as 6lack, shared with GQ magazine in 2017 the challenging early years he faced in the music industry.

During his initial five years, he struggled to make ends meet, often unsure of how he would afford his next meal. At times, he had to resort to sleeping in a studio or couch surfing to get by.

Since then, the 29-year-old R&B/rap artist, hailing from East Atlanta, has seen a significant change in his fortunes. 6lack has achieved a string of successes with hits like “Prblms,” “Pretty Little Fears,” and “Calling My Phone,” earning him three Grammy nominations.

Moreover, he recently invested just over $2 million in a stunning property located in the desirable San Fernando Valley neighborhood of Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles.