Rapper Juvenile Honored With Congressional Record For Influential Contributions To Music And Culture

Washington, D.C. – Rapper Juvenile, the celebrated artist known for his profound influence on music and culture, was presented with a prestigious Congressional Record by U.S. Representative Troy Carter on June 14. As a native of New Orleans, Carter paid tribute to Juvenile as a pioneer of Southern Hip-Hop, lauding his significant contributions. Highlighting the artist’s iconic track “Back That Azz Up,” the congressman acknowledged Juvenile’s trailblazing role within the genre.

Carter, himself a New Orleans native, expressed his admiration for Juvenile’s enduring impact on music and culture, stating, “Juvenile is most deserving of the highest recognition for proudly representing the city of New Orleans and the state of Louisiana as a globally recognized musical artist,” Carter said. “I am proud to acknowledge Terius ‘Juvenile’ Gray for his musical and cultural contributions, recognizing his pivotal role in popularizing the New Orleans Bounce style of music around the world, extending sincerest wishes that he continues to flourish in all of his endeavors, both in Louisiana and across the country.”

Juvenile, a multi-platinum-selling artist, took to social media to express his gratitude. Sharing captivating photos of his memorable day on Capitol Hill, he extended his thanks to Representative Troy Carter through an Instagram post.

“We keeping it Real on the Hill!!” he wrote. “Thank you to my Congressman Troy Carter for recognizing me and entering me into the official history of the United States of America!!”

Earlier this month, Juvenile’s cultural impact was recognized through a resolution passed by the Louisiana Legislature. Adding to the excitement, the artist generated anticipation among his fans on social media as he taped a Tiny Desk Concert during his visit to Washington, D.C.