Tyrone William Griffin Jr., known professionally as Ty Dolla Sign, is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, musician, record producer, and actor. Born and raised in Los Angeles, California, Griffin gained initial recognition for his guest appearance on fellow California rapper YG's 2010 single "Toot It and Boot It", which entered the Billboard Hot 100. He signed with Atlantic Records in 2012, and Wiz Khalifa's Taylor Gang Entertainment the following year.