Fetty Wap’s first solo tour stops by the BJC

But don’t be fooled: “Trap Queen” wasn’t an instant success; it wasn’t even backed by a major record label when it was dropped. According to Fetty’s website, the single received a major push when his label, RGF Productions, partnered with 300 Entertainment in November 2014.

“To see how far along we are now in such a brief time is thrilling,” A&R executive Selim Bouab said.

Recently, the rapper’s profile rose when he earned co-signs from stars like Trey Songz, Rihanna and Kanye West. He has used his success to introduce his crew, Remy Boyz 1738, which consists of up-and-coming rappers like Montana Buckz and P Dice.

In interviews, Fetty has said his life hasn’t been a walk in the park, either. He grew up in one of America’s most dangerous neighborhoods, where, he explains on his website, “everybody is trying to make it out.”

When he was young, he was given the name “Fetty.” Later, he added “Wap” to his stage name, in tribute to his favorite rapper, Gucci Mane. When he was a young child he developed glaucoma in his left eye, which in photos is visibly, permanently disfigured.

And he has come a long way, overcoming disabilities and a life rooted in poverty, Wap never knew he’d be a famous, or a rapper.

“I take it one day at a time,” he told the Los Angeles Times this year. “To be where I’m at and have all these experiences and go to new places and meet new faces ... I never thought I was going to leave the trap. I even told my mother, ‘I’m gonna be the trap God.’ ”

Due to increased demand, the Bryce Jordan Center switched stage configuration to accomodate a larger audience for Fetty and the Monster tour.

“It feels great to do my first headlining tour with Monster,” Fetty said in a press release. “They’ve been a big supporter of my music, and hip-hop in general. I’m so excited to be back on stage and connect with my fans ... It’s my favorite part of being an artist.”