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United States Hot Boy Turk, also known as Tab Virgil Jr., is a Grammy-nominated rapper and songwriter, recognized for his contributions to Southern hip hop as a founding member of the Hot Boys and Cash Money Millionaires. He now leverages his extensive experience in the music industry and his independent label, YNT Empire, to develop new artists and entertain audiences worldwide.
Turk founded his own label, YNT Empire, after his prison release. He is actively building his roster with new and emerging artists, and released his first project post-incarceration, "Blame It On The System," through the label.
Tab Virgil Jr., known professionally as Turk, was born on February 8, 1981, in New Orleans, Louisiana. Growing up in the Magnolia Projects, he was discovered by Birdman at a block party, leading to his entry into the music industry. Turk became a cornerstone of Cash Money Records, gaining prominence as a member of the Hot Boys alongside Lil Wayne, Juvenile, and B.G. His career quickly gained momentum with his debut major appearance on Juvenile’s 1998 album *400 Degreez*, contributing to notable tracks such as “Welcome 2 Tha Nolia,” “Ha (Hot Boys Remix),” and “Rich Niggaz.” This early success established his presence within the Southern hip hop scene.
Turk’s solo career began with his debut album, *Young & Thuggin’*, released in 2001, which achieved commercial success by peaking at number nine on the Billboard 200. Following the Hot Boys’ disbandment in 2001 and his departure from Cash Money in 2003, he signed with Laboratory Recordz, an independent label founded by producer Ke’Noe. Under this label, he released two more albums, *Raw & Uncut* (2003) and *Penitentiary Chances* (2004), further solidifying his solo output. A significant turning point in Turk’s career occurred in 2005 when he was convicted on federal charges related to a 2004 incident involving the shooting of a Memphis, Tennessee police officer, resulting in a 10-year incarceration sentence. During his imprisonment, Ke’Noe released two albums of previously unreleased material, *Still A Hot Boy* and *Convicted Felons*, with proceeds supporting Turk.
After his release in October 2012, Turk actively resumed his music career. He released the single “Zip It” featuring Lil Wayne in December 2012, which later expanded into a Hot Boys reunion track with the inclusion of Juvenile and B.G. This marked a significant moment for fans and the group. In 2013, he released the mixtape *Blame It On The System* via SoundCloud. Most recently, Turk announced a change in his stage name to “CFOTAB” in 2023 and is preparing for the release of his new studio album, *Joseph*, in 2025. This project highlights his continued evolution as an artist and his commitment to his independent label, YNT Empire.
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