Petey Pablo, the rapper best known for his hits “Raise Up” and “Freek-a-Leek,” has had a relatively quiet career in recent years. After facing legal issues and serving time in prison, he has made occasional musical releases and appearances.
Petey Pablo, whose real name is Moses Barrett III, rose to fame in the early 2000s with energetic anthems that celebrated his Southern roots. His debut album, “Diary of a Sinner: 1st Entry,” released in 2001, was followed by “Still Writing in My Diary: 2nd Entry” in 2004. These albums spawned the hit singles that brought him mainstream success.
However, his career was interrupted by legal troubles. In 2010, Petey Pablo was arrested at Raleigh-Durham International Airport for carrying a stolen firearm. In 2011, he was sentenced to 35 months in federal prison for the gun charge. He served two years and was released in March 2014.
Since his release, Petey Pablo has attempted to make a comeback in the music industry. He has released new music, including the single “Never Imagined” in 2015. Additionally, he made a notable appearance on the popular television show “Empire,” where he played the character Clyde and contributed to the show’s soundtrack.
Despite not regaining the level of fame he enjoyed in the early 2000s, Petey Pablo has remained active in the music scene. He has engaged with fans through social media and continues to perform. His journey reflects the challenges that many artists face in maintaining a career in the ever-changing music industry, but he has shown resilience and a commitment to his craft.
