This fresh chapter promises redemption and beats for the resilient star.
Paterson, New Jersey – January 10, 2026 – Fetty Wap, the chart-topping rapper born Willie Maxwell II, has been released from prison after serving a six-year sentence for federal drug trafficking charges, marking a triumphant return to his loved ones and music career.
Hailing from Paterson, New Jersey, Fetty Wap exploded onto the scene in 2014 with his breakout hit “Trap Queen,” which peaked at No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 and earned Grammy nods. Born June 7, 1991, the melodic rapper-singer blended hip-hop with R&B, delivering smashes like “679,” “My Way” (Drake remix), and “Again.” His self-titled debut album topped the Billboard 200 in 2015, cementing his status as a one-hit wonder turned enduring force, despite losing vision in one eye to childhood glaucoma.
In 2021, Fetty was arrested at his daughter’s Long Island sweet 16 for conspiracy to distribute and possess heroin, cocaine, and crack cocaine across New York and New Jersey. Pleading guilty in August 2022, he received a six-year term plus five years supervised release, wrapping up early in late 2025 through good behavior and rehabilitation programs.
Fetty touched down in Paterson to emotional reunions with his seven children and his label, 300 Entertainment (Atlantic imprint). Welcomed him back with open arms, teasing new music amid Remy Boyz 1738 crew support. Fans flood socials with “1738!” chants, eager for his comeback.
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