2008–2012: Career beginnings and Dem Outta St8 Boyz While they were in middle school, the family moved to the Ida Street housing projects in Tupelo, Mississippi, to join Walker's new companion, a man named Floyd Sullivan. Slim Jxmmi and Swae Lee started practicing, dancing, and writing music together at an early age. Walker worked for the United States Army and her family was frequently relocated, with stays in Mississippi, Maryland, and Texas. Along with their brother, Michael, they were raised by their mother Bernadette Walker after their father abandoned the family.
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In January 2015, the duo released their debut album, SremmLife, which was certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). In 2013, they signed a record deal with Mike Will Made It's EarDrummers imprint.
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Rae Sremmurd ( / ˈ r eɪ ˈ ʃ r ɪ m ɜːr d/ RAY SHRIM-urd "Ear Drummers" spelled backwards) is an American hip hop duo originating from Tupelo, Mississippi, formed by two brothers, Slim Jxmmi and Swae Lee.