NEWS UPDATE – Harlem Rapper Max B Released After 16 Years Behind Bars

Harlem rapper Max B, born Charley Wingate, has been released from prison after serving 16 years for his involvement in a botched armed robbery that resulted in a man’s death. The announcement comes on Sunday, November 9, 2025, marking the end of a long legal saga for the artist who popularized the term “wavy” in hip-hop.

Originally sentenced to 75 years in 2009, Max B’s conviction was later vacated in 2016 after a legal team argued his trial attorney had a conflict of interest. His sentence was eventually reduced to 20 years, leading to his release this week. Despite being behind bars, Max B remained active in music, recording verses over the phone and collaborating with artists such as French Montana and Kanye West. Notable releases during his incarceration include tracks on West’s The Life of Pablo and Wiz Khalifa’s Kush + Orange Juice 2.

French Montana, who worked with Max B on their 2009 mixtape Coke Wave, celebrated the release on social media, writing: “CANT MAKE THIS UP! MY BROTHER REALLY CAME HOME ON MY B DAY! HAMDULILLAH WALKED IT DOWN! NO MORE FREE YOU.”

Shortly after his release, Max B hinted at new music on social media, posting: “ITS TIME TO OPEN THE FLOOD GATES 🌊🌊🌊 SEE YALL IN A FEW.” Fans can expect fresh material from the Harlem rapper soon, as he reintegrates into the music scene.

Max B’s release marks the return of a hip-hop pioneer, and fans are eager to see what he delivers next. His story of resilience and creativity continues to inspire the music community.

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