Its lyrics detailed criminal activity carried out by McIntyre, and became popular following a nationwide manhunt for his eventual arrest in Elizabeth, New Jersey. McIntyre spent parts of his childhood in California and Nevada before settling in the DallasβFort Worth metroplex in Texas at the age of ten.
After being expelled from high school during his freshman year, he began his music career as a member of the rap group Daytona Boyz in In January , he was named a bystander in a murder that resulted in the conviction of one of his bandmates. In June of that year, he was named a defendant in a home invasion and robbery that left year-old Ethan Walker dead. In March , while on house arrest, Tay-K cut of his ankle monitor and went on the run.
McIntyre was captured by U. Upon his detainment and subsequent transportation to Texas , McIntyre received online support from fans of the song.
In July , McIntyre was found guilty of murder for his involvement in a home invasion. He was sentenced to 55 years in prison. In November , McIntyre was indicted on a second murder charge, for allegedly shooting year-old Mark Anthony Saldivar, an offense for which he is awaiting trial. His father was imprisoned during McIntyre's youth. He dropped out during his freshman year. McIntyre started his rap career as part of the rap group Daytona Boyz alongside rappers Pimpyz and Santana Sage in McIntyre released several songs while on the run from the police, including " The Race " which was recorded during McIntyre's stay in New Jersey.
The music video was released on YouTube the same day as his capture. While incarcerated, McIntyre released the mixtape Santana World. On November 23, , McIntyre's Twitter account was maintained by a family member, against his manager, Ezra Averill's wishes. The relative tweeted numerous claims on the rapper's behalf, citing disaffection with his contract with 88 Classic and RCA, as well as his strained communication from Averill, promising to help McIntyre "make sure the truth about my life and my character gets out with or without management or a label".
