King Von (Dayvon Daquan Bennett, 1994–2020) was a prominent American drill rapper from Chicago's South Side,
affiliated with the Black Disciples. Known for hits like "Crazy Story" and "Took Her to the O," he signed with
Lil Durk's label Only the Family. His debut album, Welcome to O'Block, peaked at number 5 on the Billboard 200
before his death in a 2020 Atlanta shooting.
Early Life and Career
Birth: Born on August 9, 1994, in Chicago, Illinois.
Background: Raised partly by his mother, his father spent much of his life in prison and was murdered when Von
was 11.
Rise to Fame: After moving to Georgia, he began his music career under Lil Durk's mentorship, gaining popularity
with the 2018 single "Crazy Story".
Style: Known for gritty, narrative-driven storytelling about Chicago street life.
Death
On November 6, 2020, King Von was involved in a shootout outside a nightclub in Atlanta, Georgia, following an
altercation with another group. He was transported to a hospital in critical condition and passed away at age
26.
