Louisiana-based rapper OBN Jay delivers brash, determined lyrics about his life experiences and ambitions. He began receiving attention for 2018 singles such as "Big Ole" and "Chess Not Checkers," as well as “Freestyle” & “BOW BOW BOW”.
OBN Jay grew up in Baton Rouge, where he witnessed crime and violence throughout his youth. Inspired by many, he began rapping at a young age, and he began uploading his music online.
In 2021 OBN Jay released a full-length project titled "I’m Him," which featured the late Money Man and OMB Peezy. Jay became an artist to watch on both BET and REVOLT off of this commercial offering. REVOLT stated that Baton Rouge has been a breeding ground of young, fresh talent and said that OBN Jay is the latest from the city to drop some heat.