Today we’d like to introduce you to Yusuf Gray.
Hi Yusuf, thanks for joining us today. We’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
Born and raised in Jackson, MS Yusuf grew up on the west side of Jackson. He played basketball all the way until his sophomore year of college. He tragically lost his father in April 2019 to gun violence. One visit to Atlanta in September of 2020 led him to an open mic where stand-up comedy hooked him. He moved to Atlanta, GA in December 2020 to hone his comedy skills in what most people consider the new Mecca of comedy. He is now a frequent host at Atlanta’s own Uptown Comedy Corner weekly. Some of his comedy influences are Richard Pryor, Eddie Murphy, Dave Chappelle, and George Carlin. He has opened up for star studded comics such as Capone, Mark Curry, Chris Spencer and many others.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
The struggle has been surviving the comedy grit and grind. Doing shows from $25-$50 maybe less. Social media has also been a struggle because of the forever changing algorithm and trying to keep up.
As you know, we’re big fans of you and your work. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about what you do?
I perform stand up comedy and act. I’m
known for my conversational dialogue humor that bring the crowd I’m performing in front of. I’m one of the hardest working comedians on the rise. My work ethic stands out and my ability to make any and everyone laugh even if the joke is on them.
What matters most to you? Why?
The most important thing to me is being and staying myself with my stand up comedy. It’s known that most successful comedians eventually become what many consider a hack or joke thief.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.gigsalad.com/yusuf_gray_atlanta
- Instagram: https://Instagram.com/yusufgray601
- Facebook: https://Facebook.com/yusuf.gray
- Twitter: Twitter./yusufgray601
- Youtube: https://YouTube.com/yusufgray601
- Other: https://TikTok.com/yusufgray601
