J.I. Prince in Philadelphia

J.I the Prince of N.Y is a rapper and singer from Crown Heights, Brooklyn, born Justin Rivera and of Puerto Rican descent. He is known for a melodic, half-sung rap style with a strong New York accent. He first gained attention on Lifetime's "The Rap Game" in 2016, and his 2019 single "Need Me," from the mixtape "Hood Life Krisis, Vol. 1," was certified gold by the RIAA.