Tezzus and Diamond* Are Bringing Everybody With Them
Tezzus and Diamond*, two young Atlanta rappers in Young Thug's youth-focused YSL label, have generated significant buzz through their viral song "ØWay" and collaborative output that celebrates loyalty to their crew. The track's opening lines have sparked a viral trend, with "ØWay" becoming a catchphrase amongst their listeners that functions as a greeting, goodbye, or victory declaration. Both artists are bringing their entire 14-person crew along on Young Thug's New Generation Tour, prioritising genuine friendship and collective growth over transactional music industry relationships.
Tezzus and Diamond* met by chance when the latter drove an hour to make a purchase and ended up staying; they've since released multiple projects including their breakout collaboration "Bada Bing, Bada Bøøm" last summer, the joint mixtape UY Scuti Bøyz in April, and individual releases throughout 2024 and 2025. Both trace their musical aspirations to childhood—Tezzus committed to rapping after being expelled from school, whilst Diamond* followed his poet father's influence before transitioning to beat-driven music. They credit their deep-rooted friendships and shared Atlanta roots with giving them longevity beyond what typical music partnerships offer.
- Atlanta rappers Tezzus and Diamond* have viral success with crew-focused anthem "ØWay"
- Young Thug's YSL label artists releasing collaborative and solo projects throughout 2024–2025
- Both prioritise genuine friendship and loyalty over traditional music industry structures