Nettspend, whose real name is Gunner Shepardson, is an American rapper and songwriter from Richmond, Virginia. Known for his modern take on hip-hop, Nettspend's music is heavily influenced by subgenres such as trap and jerk. His signature style incorporates "distorted 808s", "loose piano riffs", and "glimmering synths". Raised in a family with musical roots - his father was a country singer - Nettspend developed an affinity for music at a young age.
He began rapping in 5th grade and started sharing his music on SoundCloud in December 2022. Nettspend garnered widespread attention in 2023 when a snippet of his song "Drankdrankdrank" went viral on Twitter. The momentum from this exposure led to his track "Shine N Peace" being highlighted in esteemed publications such as The Fader and The New York Times. Notable collaborations include featuring in Evilgiane's 2024 track "40" and working with rapper OsamaSon on "Withdrawals". His debut mixtape, Bad Ass F*cking Kid, was released in December 2024, marking a significant milestone in his burgeoning career.
