Merlyn Wood
Merlyn Wood | |
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Wood performing in 2018 in Quebec City | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | William Anku Kraka Mawuli Andoh Wood Jr. |
| Born | May 1, 1996 Accra, Ghana |
| Genres | Rap |
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| Years active | 2012–present |
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William Anku Kraka Mawuli Andoh Wood Jr. (born May 1, 1996), known by his stage name Merlyn Wood, is a Ghanaian-American rapper and songwriter. Born in Accra and raised in Texas, Wood is best known for his work as a member of hip-hop collective and boyband Brockhampton, with whom he released eight studio albums from 2014 to 2022. During his time with Brockhampton, Wood was recognized as the group’s hype man, with his verses being noted for their energy and Ghanaian accent.