Project Pat
- Composer
- Actor
- Soundtrack
Patrick Houston, known professionally as Project Pat, is a pioneering rapper, songwriter, and cultural icon from Memphis, Tennessee. Born on February 8, 1973, Pat first emerged on the Southern hip-hop scene in the early 1990s as a founding force behind the gritty, hypnotic Memphis rap sound. As the older brother of Juicy J (of Three 6 Mafia fame), Project Pat quickly carved out a lane of his own with his deep voice, vivid storytelling, and unmatched authenticity.
His breakthrough came with the release of Mista Don't Play: Everythangs Workin' in 2001, a critically acclaimed and fan-adored album featuring timeless tracks like "Chickenhead," "Don't Save Her," and "Gorilla Pimp." The album solidified Pat as a staple in Southern rap and helped bring Memphis to the forefront of hip-hop culture.
Over the years, Project Pat has remained a prolific and influential figure in the music industry. His legacy has continued through a new generation of artists, with collaborations and shout-outs from heavyweights like Drake, Key Glock, Young Dolph, GloRilla, and many others who credit Pat as a foundational voice in the genre. His unique delivery and iconic ad-libs have become staples in modern hip-hop samples and references.
In recent years, Project Pat has experienced a remarkable resurgence, thanks in part to his collaborations with Drake on tracks like "Knife Talk," which introduced his signature style to a global audience. He's also worked with Memphis stars such as Key Glock and the late Young Dolph, serving as a bridge between Memphis rap's origins and its current wave.
Beyond music, Pat has appeared in film and television, including roles in Choices and Hustle & Flow, and he continues to contribute to the cultural fabric of the South through both music and entrepreneurship.
Project Pat is currently managed by Gloria Korlou and operates under Gate Girl Records, based in Memphis, Tennessee. With decades in the game and a reputation that spans generations, Project Pat remains one of the most respected and enduring voices in hip-hop.
His breakthrough came with the release of Mista Don't Play: Everythangs Workin' in 2001, a critically acclaimed and fan-adored album featuring timeless tracks like "Chickenhead," "Don't Save Her," and "Gorilla Pimp." The album solidified Pat as a staple in Southern rap and helped bring Memphis to the forefront of hip-hop culture.
Over the years, Project Pat has remained a prolific and influential figure in the music industry. His legacy has continued through a new generation of artists, with collaborations and shout-outs from heavyweights like Drake, Key Glock, Young Dolph, GloRilla, and many others who credit Pat as a foundational voice in the genre. His unique delivery and iconic ad-libs have become staples in modern hip-hop samples and references.
In recent years, Project Pat has experienced a remarkable resurgence, thanks in part to his collaborations with Drake on tracks like "Knife Talk," which introduced his signature style to a global audience. He's also worked with Memphis stars such as Key Glock and the late Young Dolph, serving as a bridge between Memphis rap's origins and its current wave.
Beyond music, Pat has appeared in film and television, including roles in Choices and Hustle & Flow, and he continues to contribute to the cultural fabric of the South through both music and entrepreneurship.
Project Pat is currently managed by Gloria Korlou and operates under Gate Girl Records, based in Memphis, Tennessee. With decades in the game and a reputation that spans generations, Project Pat remains one of the most respected and enduring voices in hip-hop.
