Yung Gravy

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Rapper and Musician (1996)

Yung Gravy, whose real name is Matthew Hauri, is one of the most hyped young rappers out there. He got his big break from the success of his debut EP Mr. Clean. Yung has gone on to have many hits and has even collaborated with some of the biggest names in the industry.  

Despite the fame and glam, Yung Gravy enjoys a low-ley life. Moreover, much about the celebrity remains hidden from the world. But with a detailed search, here's what we found out about Matthew and his life!

About Yung Gravy's Net Worth & Earnings

Yung Gravy has an estimated net worth of about $2 million, similar to the young actress Alexa Swinton. Gravy earned wealth from his music career, streams, and endorsements.

A picture of Yung Gravy in a commercial.
A picture of Yung Gravy in a commercial. Source: Instagram @yunggravy

Hauri also comes from a well-off family. Interestingly, Gravy's father and his mother are doctors. His father also had written many books and was renowned for his contribution to sleep science. Sadly Peter Johannes Hauri died after suffering brain damage on January 31, 2013.

Early Life & Family 

Hauri was born and raised in Rochester, Minnesota. He was born on March 19, 1996, as Matthew Raymond Hauri to his parents Peter Johannes Hauri and his second wife, Cynthia Cleveland Hauri, better known as Cindy. 

Interestingly, Hauri has Caucasian ethnicity and Swiss roots. He also has dual American and Swiss citizenship, as his father was a Swiss national.

The future rapper Hauri grew up in a privileged American family. His father was a psychologist who studied narcolepsy and insomnia. He had published multiple articles and even a book. His mother is also a doctor. Cindy is a psychiatrist with her practice. 

A picture of Yung Gravy's mother, Cindy Hauri.
A picture of Yung Gravy's mother, Cindy Hauri. Source: Instagram @yunggravy

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Hauri has three older half-siblings from his father's first marriage to Debbie Jo Rea-Hauri. His sisters are Heidi Hauri-Gill and Katrin Hauri Kasper, and his brother is David Courard-Hauri.

Yung Gravy's Education & Degrees 

Peter Hauri's son, Yung Gravy, went to Mayo High School in his hometown of Minnesota. And later, Matthew pursued a college education.

The talented artist attended the University of Wisconsin–Madison to get his degree. He graduated with a Bachelor's in Marketing in 2017.

Hauri's parents and siblings are also college graduates. But none of his siblings have pursued medicine as a career like their parents.

Professional Life & Career of Yung Gravy

Yung Gravy began his music career by releasing tracks on SoundCloud in 2016. He quickly gained a following for his witty wordplay and catchy phrases. He often uses vintage themes in his music. 

A picture of Yung Gravy in front of a mirror.
A picture of Yung Gravy in front of a mirror. Source: Instagram @yunggravy

Hauri's breakthrough single, "Mr. Clean," was released in 2017. The song became a viral hit, garnering millions of streams on platforms like Spotify and YouTube. Gravy has also released several mixtapes and EPs, including Snow Cougar, Yung Gravity, and Sensational.

Yung Gravy's music often incorporates trap, jazz, and old-school hip-hop, and he cites influences such as Biggie Smalls, Frank Sinatra, and Gucci Mane. Matthew has collaborated with other famous artists such as bbno$, Lil Baby, and Ski Mask the Slump God.

Hauri has been praised for his unique style and ability to create fun, catchy tracks. Many claim Gravy's works are perfect for parties and casual listening.

Rick Astley sued Yung Gravy

The 6 ft 6 inches tall Yung Gravy released the song Betty (Get Money) as the lead single of his new album in 2022. The song sampled Rick Astley's hit song Never Ginna Give You Up and had permission to do so.

However, Astley later sued Hauri for hiring another singer to impersonate his voice and accused him of "stealing his voice." by using an indistinguishable impersonation.

The lawsuit was filed in January of 2023, arguing that the license to use the composition is not the same as copying and imitating Astley's voice and image rights.

Relationship Status: Is Yung Gravy Dating Addison Rae's Mother?

Yung Gravy is currently single at the moment. However, he was briefly linked with  Addison Rae's mother, Sheri Easterling, in 2022 when the pair went out on a red carpet event together as each other's dates.

 A red carpet picture of Yung Gravy and Sheri Easterling.
 A red carpet picture of Yung Gravy and Sheri Easterling. Source: Papermag

However, later the pair confirmed that while they were flirty with each other, they could not be boyfriend and girlfriend as Hauri has to travel a lot for his work. 

A few publications claim they broke up after two months together. But the news about Yung's breakup with his alleged girl can't be verified.

Sheri's alleged cheating ex-husband tried to start online drama over their dating. Yung Gravy did not address him but was quick to speak in her defense and said that her ex was the bad guy for trying to embarrass his family in such a way.

Yung Gravy's Height & Weight

Gas Money singer Yung Gravy has a very slim build with mild features. Gravy has brown eyes and blonde hair. He usually has a mustache and has his hair in curls. 

A picture of Yung Gravy with fellow celebs, Selena Gomez and bbno$.
A picture of Yung Gravy with fellow celebs Selena Gomez and bbno$. Source: Instagram @yunggravy

Yung Gravy is about 6 feet 6 inches (198 cm) tall and weighs around 95 Kg. He often wears a variety of unique and colorful outfits, including vintage clothing and accessories. 

Does Yung Gravy Have Children? 

Yung Gravy isn't a father yet. But his siblings did give birth to kids. Also, a fun fact, Matthew Hauri is the only child of his mother. However, he has a large family from his father and has three older half-siblings.

Yung Gravy posted a picture from when he was a teen on his Instagram.
Yung Gravy posted a picture from when he was a teen on his Instagram. Source: Instagram @yunggravy

Gravy's oldest sister, Heidi Hauri-Gill, is married to Robert Gill. Heidi and her husband, Robert, have two children together. 

Next is his brother, David Courard-Hauri, who is married to Frederique Courard-Hauri. They hyphenated their names together. David and Frederique also have two daughters.

Gravy's final sibling is his sister Katrin Casper nee Hauri. Katrin married Kent Casper. Like most of Matthew's siblings, they also have two kids together. By all accounts, the siblings are distant because of the age gap between them.

Social Media Presence 

Yung Gravy is active on social platforms. His Instagram is @yunggravy, where he has 2.1M followers

Matthew Hauri's Twitter handle is @yunggravy which has 431K followers. He is also on TikTok as @yunggravy and has over  7.1M followers.

Yung Gravy is also present on Facebook and has 367K followers. He posts regularly on all platforms.

Further, he has a SoundCloud account and a Youtube channel @yunggravy with over 1.7M subscribers.

Some Interesting Facts About Yung Gravy

  • His father was 62 when Yung Gravy was born. His mother was 23 years younger than his father.
  • He is a skilled skateboarder. He often incorporates skateboarding into his music videos and live performances.
  • He has a small tattoo
  • Yung Gravy has admitted to having tried drugs in the past.

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