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Fat Pat

Houston, TX

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hip-hop Popularity: 45 Established Division

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Region: Upper Gulf Coast / Houston Area Conference: Texas Regional Rank: #64

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Did You Know

  • • Fat Pat, born Patrick Hawkins, gained fame rapping about Houston's Southside.
  • • DJ Screw's mentorship heavily influenced Fat Pat's slowed-down, melodic rap style.
  • • He co-founded Dead End Alliance (D.E.A.) with Kay-Kay and Mr. 3-2, showcasing early talent.
  • • His hit "I'm a Playa" solidified his presence in Houston's burgeoning hip-hop scene.
  • • Fat Pat posthumously appeared on Lil Troy's platinum-selling "Wanna Be a Baller."
  • • Patrick's brother, John 'Big Hawk' Hawkins, helped release his posthumous albums.
  • • He was tragically murdered in 1998, cutting his rising career short at age 27.
  • • Fat Pat is considered a pioneer of Houston's 'screwed and chopped' sound.
  • • His music is frequently sampled and referenced by contemporary Houston rappers.
  • • Fat Pat's lyrical focus on real-life struggles resonated deeply within his community.
  • • Fat Pat, born Patrick Hawkins, hailed from Houston's South Park, a hotbed for rap talent.
  • • He co-founded Dead End Alliance (D.E.A.) with Kay-Kay, solidifying his place in Houston's underground scene.
  • • DJ Screw's influence is heavily heard in Pat's slowed-down, melodic rap style.
  • • "I'm a Playa" featuring Lil' Keke, became a regional anthem, boosting Pat's popularity.
  • • Fat Pat's debut album, "Ghetto Dreams," was released posthumously in 1998.
  • • He collaborated with artists like Big Hawk and Pimp C, showcasing Houston's collaborative spirit.
  • • His murder in 1998 shocked the Houston rap community and cut short a promising career.
  • • Fat Pat's music is credited with helping to popularize the Houston rap sound nationally.
  • • Despite never achieving mainstream fame, he remains a legendary figure in Houston hip-hop.
  • • His legacy continues to inspire new generations of Houston rappers and producers.

Locations in Lyrics

2 location references across 1 song

Songs & Places

Tops Drop
Houston, TX , TX
"Trunks keep poppin', tops keep droppin' down in Houston"

Rivers & Roads in Song Nearby

Interstate 45 2 US Route 90 6 Interstate 10 23 U.S. Route 59 3 Brazos River 16 Trinity River 8

Connected Places

Houston, TX
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