Lil JonJon

Jonathan Price (born August 27, 2006), known professionally as Lil JonJon, is an American rapper, singer, and songwriter from Kirkwood, Atlanta, Georgia. He gained recognition in early 2024 with his breakout single “Whip It”, from his debut album Hardest Out. Since then, Lil JonJon has continued building momentum through multiple projects, collaborations, and viral singles, establishing himself as a rising voice in Southern hip-hop.

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Early Life

Jonathan Alexander Price was born in Covington, Georgia, and raised in Atlanta by his single mother, Kristy Price. He is the youngest of four siblings, including his older brother, Quenta Deshawn Brown Jr., known professionally as Yung Flya, a fellow artist who played a major role in shaping JonJon’s music journey.

From a young age, Jonathan was active in sports across Metro Atlanta, playing football for the Glenwood Hill Panthers (6–7U) and Georgia Thoroughbreds (8U–12U). He also played basketball at Bessie Branham YMCA and other local programs. He credits much of his athletic ability to his father, Bruce Dalrymple, a former standout athlete, though he was largely absent during Jonathan’s upbringing, leaving his mother to raise four children on her own.

Yung Flya introduced JonJon to studio recording and early music development, mentoring him through his first sessions and continuing to collaborate with him throughout his career.

Jonathan recently graduated from J.L. Mann High School, balancing education with a rapidly growing music career.

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Career

Lil JonJon’s debut album Hardest Out (2024) featured standout tracks such as “I Been On One,” “Slide,” and “Dirty Floor.” The breakout single “Whip It” helped bring him regional attention and earned radio play in Arizona, expanding his reach beyond Georgia.

In 2025, he released multiple projects including POBABY DA BIGGEST and Shooting Star, featuring tracks like “Ain’t Playin,” “Uncomfortable Situations,” “The Jakes,” “Fw A Boss,” and “Real Talk.” These releases showcased his versatility, lyrical growth, and developing sound.

In 2026, Lil JonJon expanded his catalog further with the EP Grandma I’m A Star, followed by a collaboration project Snotty SZN with PobabyTwan. He also released two major studio albums, Santana Living and Maybach Dreams, marking a significant creative and emotional era in his music career.

JonJon has stated that much of his music is created using the BandLab app on his iPhone, reflecting his independent and self-made approach. His music has been praised for its energy, authenticity, and delivery. Music blog NextUpFame described him as a “brilliant artist with a phenomenal flow,” highlighting his originality and consistency.

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Personal Life

Jonathan Price was raised in a close-knit household by his mother, Kristy, alongside his three older siblings. He remains closely connected to his family and often reflects them in his music. After graduating high school in 2025, he shifted fully into music, focusing on expanding his career and artistic identity.

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Discography

EPs

• Grandma I’m A Star (2026)

Collaboration Albums

• Snotty SZN (with PobabyTwan) (2026)

Studio Albums

• Hardest Out (2024)
• POBABY DA BIGGEST (2025)
• Shooting Star (2025)
• Santana Living (2026)
• Maybach Dreams (2026)

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Notable Singles

• “Ain’t Playing”
• “The Jakes”
• “F*ck What They Think”
• “I Been On One”
• “Pump Your Brakes”
• “No Competition”
• “Santana Living”
• “Whip It”
• “Never Quit”
• “Baddies & Bankrolls”
• “Favorite Ex”
• “Loyalty”

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Recognition

Lil JonJon has gained attention from online music blogs, regional press, and social media platforms. Outlets such as NextUpFame, NoFortune, and other underground publications have highlighted his lyrical ability, consistency, and growing catalog. With multiple projects released across 2024–2026 and a steadily expanding fanbase, he continues to position himself as one of the emerging young voices in Southern hip-hop.