LE$

LE$
  • Type: Rapper/MC
  • Country: United States
  • Born: New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
  • Active: 2004鈥損resent

Biography

Houston rapper LE$, born Lester Matthews in New Orleans, is a veteran of Southern hip hop known for a relaxed flow, soulful production and lyrics about cars and self-made independence. He began as a member of *Slim Thug*'s collective Boss Hogg Outlawz before building a prolific solo catalogue from 'The Beautiful Struggle' (2010) onwards, including the 'Settle 4 Le

#039; series, 'E36' and 'Gran Turismo'. Founder of his own DIOS label and the Steak x Shrimp brand, he remains an independent fixture of the Houston scene, most recently with 'Bigger in Texas' (2023).

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LE$ Discography

Frequent Collaborators

series, 'E36' and 'Gran Turismo'. Founder of his own DIOS label and the Steak x Shrimp brand, he remains an independent fixture of the Houston scene, most recently with 'Bigger in Texas' (2023).","bio":"LE$ is an American rapper from Houston, Texas, born Lester Matthews in New Orleans and raised between Louisiana and Texas. He first gained attention as a member of Boss Hogg Outlawz, the Houston collective led by *Slim Thug*, appearing on the group's albums before stepping out as a solo artist. His early solo projects, including 'The Beautiful Struggle' (2010) and the 'Settle 4 Le

series, established a smooth, unhurried flow over soulful production, often from *DJ Mr. Rogers*, and a lyrical world built around cars, self-reliance and everyday Houston life. A prolific and independent run followed, with projects such as 'E36', named for his love of classic BMWs, and 'Gran Turismo'. He later associated with *Curren$y*'s #Jet Life# circle and founded his own label and brand, DIOS. 'Bigger in Texas' (2023) reaffirmed his veteran status in Southern rap, with appearances from Houston figures including *Bun B* and *Paul Wall*.","activeYears":"2004鈥損resent","memberOf":["Boss Hogg Outlawz"],"category":"Rapper/MC","discographyHash":"6c2b174a011b0667b12d2e459e054b7e","_skipTriggers":"skip_mvoy53zr_745fab0b"};