Coming out of the South Side of Chicago, Pgtd (real name Darrien Durham) is a raw voice from the trenches — a fully independent artist turning real-life struggles into real rap.
Growing up in one of the toughest cities in America, Pgtd’s early life was steeped in street survival. “My life been crazy in Chicago,” he says. “I got caught up in the streets young.” That experience didn’t break him — it lit the fire that drives his music today.
His style is unfiltered street talk over hard-hitting hip-hop, telling stories that only someone who’s really lived it can deliver. His music is for the ones who’ve been through it — the hood, the block, the people who understand that pain and perseverance go hand-in-hand.
One of his first major moments came when he shot his debut video right in his neighborhood, racking up over 2.1k views and counting — proving that authenticity still hits hardest. Across social media, he’s consistently pulling in thousands of views and building a loyal base that relates to his grind.
100% independent, Pgtd is ready to collaborate, work, and grow with whoever’s serious about the craft. “I’m ready to work,” he says, keeping it simple and solid.
His next run of singles — “Through The Night,” “Different Type of Pain,” and “Stack It Up” — is set to dig even deeper into his story. His next music video drops between March 14th and 18th, so keep an eye on his pages.
Pgtd is a voice straight from the struggle, but he’s not stuck in it. He’s climbing, pushing, building — and talking to his fans along the way. “I talk to them. I let them know I’m still here.”
This is street rap with purpose — not just for the views, but for the people who still wake up fighting every day.
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