RIO DA YUNG OG DROPS FIRST TRACK AFTER RELEASE FROM INCARCERATION “RIO FREE” !!

Rio Da Yung OG, the Flint, Michigan rapper whose influence has only grown during his time behind bars, has been released from prison after serving three years of a five-year sentence. Upon his release, Rio was picked up in a private jet, visited Wafi Jewelry, spent time with his kids, and then recorded his first post-release track, “RIO FREE”, which is available via M.I.N.E., BOYZ ENT & EMPIRE. Produced by Wayne616 and Blue$trip, “Rio Free” arrives with a video that documents his first day out this past Wednesday, reflecting on his release, what’s next, and his time in prison.

To further celebrate his freedom, Rio will be playing a show at Detroit’s Masonic Temple Theatre on January 11th. Tickets are available HERE.

Since entering prison in 2021, Rio has remained one of the most consistent and beloved voices in Michigan rap, releasing multiple projects, including Fiend Lives Matter, The F Tape, and Rio Circa 2020. His steady stream of singles has kept his name alive, with tracks like “Legendary” reaching RIAA-Gold status—a testament to his influence even while incarcerated. News of his release sparked widespread excitement, with fans flooding social media to celebrate his return, racking up millions of views on TikTok with videos of fans rapping to his songs.

Rio Da Yung OG’s music blends street storytelling with dark humor and vivid detail, offering listeners a raw glimpse into his world. His rise has been instrumental in cementing Flint and Michigan as hubs of a new rap renaissance, alongside BOYZ Ent contemporaries Peezy and RMC Mike. With his release, Rio returns to the helm of a movement he helped shape.