Memphis rapper Finesse2tymes is back in the headlines, but this time, it’s not for a new track or sold-out show.
On April 30, 2025, the artist, whose real name is Ricky Hampton, turned himself in to authorities after a probation violation landed him in hot water. The violation stems from a heated custody dispute involving his former protégé, 11-year-old FNG King, and accusations of terroristic threats. Finesse2tymes claims King “snitched” on him, while King’s guardian filed charges that triggered this legal mess. Here’s everything you need to know about the rapper’s latest drama, from the jail cell to his family feuds and music hustle.
Finesse2tymes reported he was turning himself in on Instagram Stories when he broke through with news about a violation reported by his probation officer in connection with an October 2024 occurrence in Humble, Texas. The boy’s guardian reported Finesse2tymes and his brother for making terroristic threats at a smoke shop in a custody battle for FNG King. A warrant was issued in January of 2025, and this broke conditions of supervised release. The release was to expire in June of 2025 and was a result of a federal weapons conviction in 2022. Finesse2tymes is taking what he has done in stride by turning himself in, with hopeful followers waiting to hear what will be next for him.
As of May 3rd, 2025, Finesse2tyme is in a jail whose location is not released, but it probably is in Texas since it is where the crime was committed. With a month remaining on supervised release time, he might receive a short sentence if probation is revoked. But the judge might add to the time he is in jail based on how bad the violation was. His past convictions in court might also work against him: a conviction for aggravated robbery in 2010 and a firearms-related accusation in 2017. For now, the future of rapper Finesse2tyme is uncertain.
The drama centers on FNG King, a young artist Finesse2tymes once mentored. Contrary to initial reports, the charges weren’t filed by a “baby’s grandma” but by King’s guardian, who isn’t a grandmother. The October 2024 confrontation allegedly involved threats from Finesse2tymes and his brother, with claims the brother brandished a gun. This led to the guardian filing charges, escalating the situation into a probation violation. Finesse2tymes also pointed fingers at King, accusing the 11-year-old of tipping off authorities, though King denied these claims in a viral video, further muddying their strained relationship.
Finesse2tymes’ personal life is as complicated as his legal troubles. He has no confirmed biological children, a fact clarified after a 2024 paternity test proved he isn’t the father of a daughter he once believed was his with ex-partner Nia Love. His connection to FNG King is murky, possibly non-biological, with past mentorship turning sour. King has publicly accused Finesse2tymes of enabling drug use and other troubling behavior, allegations the rapper hasn’t directly addressed. Meanwhile, Finesse2tymes is linked to another woman, Shugga, whose mother recently filed a misdemeanor charge against him in a separate dispute, adding to his woes.
Despite the chaos, Finesse2tymes hasn’t slowed down musically. In 2025, he dropped his latest project, Stuck In My Ways, keeping his gritty storytelling front and center. His Larger Than Life Tour, which kicked off in 2023, is still rolling into 2025, with stops planned across the U.S. Collaborations with heavyweights like Gucci Mane and Moneybagg Yo have solidified his spot in the rap game. His 2022 mixtape, 90 Days, and 2024 album, Art of War, showcase his hustle, but this latest legal snag could disrupt his momentum.
Finesse2tymes is no stranger to the law. His 2010 robbery conviction landed him six years in prison, followed by a five-year sentence for a 2017 firearm charge. More recently, he dodged a 2023 rental car theft charge and faced a 2018 warrant arrest. A 2023 shooting incident at an after-party also sparked a lawsuit from a former driver, piling on the pressure. As he navigates this probation violation, fans are left wondering if he’ll bounce back or face another setback. His raw talent and resilience are undeniable, but the stakes are higher than ever.
