Real Boston Richey, born Jalen Taheen Foster, is an American rapper hailing from Tallahassee, Florida. Known for his distinct use of Michigan-style hip-hop production, Richey has carved a niche for himself within the rap music scene. He began his musical journey in 2021, motivated by the loss of his cousin and encouragement from friends. Richey's unique musical style features a Southern drawl and a natural melody, aligning him with the drill-leaning scene in neighbouring Jacksonville.
In 2022, Richey gained significant attention with the release of his single "Keep Dissing". His career took a pivotal turn when he collaborated with renowned rapper Future on the single "Bullseye 2" and subsequently signed with Future's label, Freebandz. August 2022 saw the release of his mixtape, "Public Housing", which notably peaked at number 60 on the Billboard 200 chart. Another notable collaboration came with Lil Durk on "Keep Dissing 2", further cementing his place in the industry.