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Mark Wilson (born August 15, 1997), better known by his stage name Young Mark (or simply YM), is an American independent recording artist and mixing engineer.

Early life
Young Mark was born in Willingboro, New Jersey and raised in Kenner, Louisiana. As a child, YM was frequently moving back and forth from Kenner, Louisiana to Dallas, Texas with his mother from 2000 through 2004. In 2005 YM's mother decided to stay in Kenner and raise him with the help of his grandparents. YM became interested in making music when his cousin brought him to a recording studio for the first time when he was 10 years old. He started off just free-styling and many of his friends and family was beyond impressed of his skills. At the age of 15, His cousin persuaded him to take music seriously since he have became older and seen enough to make songs on multiple topics that goes on in the local area and in life. In 2015, YM took it upon himself to take music serious, actually seeing that its possible for him to make his own mark with his sound. Writing music was the easy part for YM, But finding a place to record was hard since his cousin moved to Dallas. Eventually, YM found a studio and learned how to record his own music as well as mix it so it can be radio play ready.

Career 2015 - Present
2015 - Present

In 2015 YM dropped his first official single "How It Goes" featuring his close friend Coy (Known as Lil Co). As he gained exposure in his area for being known for making music and recording others, YM took the time to work on his craft and eventually dropped an EP name "2 Sidez" in 2017, which opened many eyes. In the summer of 2018 YM dropped an collaboration EP "GoTenks" with Tron, which put them both in the spotlight.

Discography
Extended Plays


 * 2 Sidez 2017

Collaborations Extended Plays


 * GoTenks

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