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title: HR 1777. OJ da Juiceman; his contributions to Georgia's hip-hop culture and his pioneering role in the development of Southern trap music; commend
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cite_as: HR 1777, 2025-2026 Regular Session (Ga.)
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date: 2026-03-18
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bill_number: HR 1777
session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
session_slug: 2025-2026
chamber: House
bill_type: resolution
status_date: 2026-03-18
last_action: House Read and Adopted
sponsors:
  - Eric Bell
  - Saira Draper
  - Mekyah McQueen
  - Phil Olaleye
  - Omari Crawford
  - Park Cannon
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topic_tags:
  - hip-hop culture
  - Georgia legislature honors
  - Atlanta music history
  - trap music
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# HR 1777. OJ da Juiceman; his contributions to Georgia's hip-hop culture and his pioneering role in the development of Southern trap music; commend

## Text

House Resolution 1777
By: Representatives Bell of the 75th, Draper of the 90th, McQueen of the 61st, Olaleye of the
59th, Crawford of the 89th, and others
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing and commending OJ da Juiceman for his contributions to Georgia's hip-hop
culture and his pioneering role in the development of Southern trap music; and for other
purposes.
WHEREAS, Otis Williams Jr., professionally known as OJ da Juiceman, is an Atlanta-based
rapper and entrepreneur who emerged from the East Atlanta zone in the mid-2000s and
became widely recognized as an early voice in the Southern trap movement; and
WHEREAS, known for his energetic delivery, signature ad-libs, and colorful street slang, OJ
da Juiceman helped shape the distinctive sound and culture of modern trap music, bringing
authenticity and creativity to the genre while representing the voice and experiences of
Atlanta communities; and
WHEREAS, OJ da Juiceman first gained national attention through collaborations with
fellow Atlanta rapper Gucci Mane, becoming one of the earliest affiliates of the influential
Brick Squad 1017 collective and helping introduce a new era of trap music to a wider
audience; and
WHEREAS, their street anthem "Make the Trap Say Aye" quickly became a staple of the
Southern rap scene, showcasing OJ da Juiceman's unique style and helping propel Atlanta's
trap sound into the national spotlight; and
WHEREAS, in 2009, he released his debut studio album The Otha Side of the Trap!, which
further solidified his reputation as a key figure in the Atlanta trap wave that would later grow
to dominate hip-hop music around the world; and
WHEREAS, through unmistakable catchphrases such as "Aye!" and a style that blends
playful charisma with gritty storytelling, OJ da Juiceman helped pioneer the raw,
street-focused aesthetic that defined Atlanta's late-2000s trap era; and
WHEREAS, beyond his musical success, he has remained active as an independent artist and
entrepreneur, continuing to release music, perform nationwide, and inspire a new generation
of Southern artists while maintaining a strong connection to the culture and community that
shaped his career; and
WHEREAS, today, OJ da Juiceman stands as a respected veteran of Atlanta hip-hop,
recognized for helping bring the trap sound from local streets to international stages while
remaining true to his authentic voice and artistic vision.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body commend OJ da Juiceman for his pioneering contributions to
Southern trap music and his lasting influence on the culture and sound of hip-hop.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized
and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to OJ
da Juiceman.

## Summaries written by Georgia Commons

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A Georgia House resolution formally commends Atlanta rapper OJ da Juiceman for his role in developing Southern trap music and his influence on hip-hop culture.

### Plain-language summary

This is a commemorative resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Otis Williams Jr., known professionally as OJ da Juiceman, for his career in hip-hop music. The resolution recounts his rise from East Atlanta in the mid-2000s, his collaborations with Gucci Mane and the Brick Squad 1017 collective, his hit song 'Make the Trap Say Aye,' and his 2009 debut album The Otha Side of the Trap!
The resolution does not create any new law, spending, or regulation. It simply states the House's recognition of his contributions to trap music and directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for presentation to OJ da Juiceman.

### What it does

- Formally commends OJ da Juiceman for his contributions to Georgia's hip-hop culture and Southern trap music.
- Recites his career history, including his collaborations with Gucci Mane and the Brick Squad 1017 collective.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to OJ da Juiceman.
- Does not change any Georgia law, create funding, or establish any ongoing program.

### Who it affects

This resolution primarily affects OJ da Juiceman, who receives the formal commendation, and the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who is tasked with preparing a copy for him. It has no direct legal effect on other Georgians.

### Why it matters

The resolution carries symbolic rather than legal weight. It gives official state recognition to a Georgia-based hip-hop artist's cultural influence, which may serve as a public honor for OJ da Juiceman but does not change any rights, funding, or rules affecting the public.

### Key provisions

- The whereas clauses describe OJ da Juiceman's biography and his role in the Southern trap music movement, providing background rather than binding rules.
- The resolved clause has the House of Representatives formally commend him for his contributions to hip-hop culture.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to him.

## Status

- Status: Passed (2026-03-18)
- Last action: House Read and Adopted (2026-03-18)
- Sponsors: Eric Bell, Saira Draper, Mekyah McQueen, Phil Olaleye, Omari Crawford, Park Cannon
- Official page: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/74240

> The history, votes, and amendments (134 characters) are at https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/hr1777.md?full=1