Everyone thought they’d burn out by now. Seriously. When JT and Lil Uzi Vert first started popping up on timelines back in 2019, the internet collectively rolled its eyes. We’ve seen this movie before—two high-profile rappers, a handful of Instagram spats, some flashy jewelry, and an inevitable messy breakup.
But it’s 2026, and they’re still here.
Actually, they’re more than just "here." They’ve become this weirdly stable anchor in a hip-hop landscape that usually eats relationships for breakfast. If you’ve been following the "City Cinderella" and the Eternal Atake star, you know it hasn't been a straight line. It's been more of a jagged, neon-colored zig-zag involving $30,000 Chanel bags, rogue tweets from 2015, and a transition from group stardom to solo dominance.
What Really Happened with JT and Lil Uzi Vert?
The origin story is kinda legendary at this point. JT was fresh out of a halfway house in 2019 after serving time for credit card fraud. She was "jail thick," as she famously put it, and Uzi was already a superstar. Their first date wasn't exactly dinner and a movie. Uzi showed up with a bag of cash and told her to take whatever she could fit in her purse.
She managed to stuff $30,000 into a small Chanel bag. She’s still mad she didn't bring a bigger one.
That’s the foundation. It sounds like a rap lyric, but for them, it was just Tuesday. For the first two years, they kept things low-key. JT was building the City Girls empire with Yung Miami, and Uzi was... well, being Uzi. They didn't go "official" until 2021, and that’s when the chaos really started hitting the fan.
The Breakups That Weren't
If you search for their relationship history, you’ll find a dozen "confirmed" breakups. There was the 2022 incident where an old tweet of Uzi’s surfaced—something about him wanting to be "meth" for a girl back in 2015. JT wasn't having it. She tweeted "SINGLE" and the internet went into a tailspin.
Then there was the 2023 BET Awards. Remember the "purse-throwing" incident? Fans caught a clip of JT looking heated, allegedly over Uzi acknowledging Ice Spice. The "City Girl" energy was at an all-time high that night. People were writing their relationship's obituary before the after-party even started.
But here’s the thing: they always come back.
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By 2025, the narrative shifted. In her Cosmopolitan and Wonderland interviews, JT started calling Uzi her "mentor." She credited them with taking the "training wheels" off her career. When the City Girls went on hiatus, Uzi was the one pushing her to find her solo voice. It wasn't just about the diamonds anymore; it was about the art.
Marriage, Babies, and 2026 Realities
So, are they getting married? JT says yes. She’s been very vocal about wanting an "elegant" proposal—no "ghetto" setups, no ugly outfits, and definitely no Shade Room announcements if she can help it. She wants the Beyoncé approach: do it privately, and let the world see the video three years later.
As of early 2026, they are effectively rap’s most enduring "best friends."
- Financials: Uzi famously pays all the bills. JT once joked she doesn't even know what the "first of the month" feels like.
- The Mentor Dynamic: Uzi acts as a harsh critic for JT’s solo music, ensuring she stays "in her bag."
- Privacy: After years of Twitter wars, they’ve pulled back, choosing to keep the most intimate moments off the grid.
The Cardi B Friction
We can't talk about them without mentioning the late 2025 Twitter beef with Cardi B. It got personal. There were allegations thrown around about their private lives and bodily autonomy, but JT and Uzi stood their ground as a unit. It proved that while they might fight each other, they’ll definitely fight the world for each other.
It’s easy to dismiss celebrity couples as PR stunts. But six years is a lifetime in the music industry. They’ve survived prison sentences, solo career transitions, and the constant scrutiny of fans who dissect every "like" and "unfollow."
Why This Relationship Actually Matters
Most rap couples try to sell you a fairytale. JT and Uzi sell you the struggle. They show the arguments, the petty jealousy, and the growth that comes after. JT isn't the same person she was in 2019, and Uzi—who now identifies as non-binary (they/them)—has evolved significantly too.
They’ve managed to maintain individual identities while being a "power couple." JT is a fashion icon and solo powerhouse. Uzi remains a genre-bending enigma. They don't need each other for clout, which is probably why they’re still together.
How to Track Their Next Moves
If you want to keep up with where they're headed, stop looking at the tabloids. Look at the credits. Look for Uzi's influence on JT's next project, City Cinderella's successor, or check the front rows of Paris Fashion Week. They’re moving into a "legacy" phase where the noise matters less than the work.
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Watch for the "Beyoncé-style" announcement. Given JT’s recent comments, a secret wedding might have already happened, or is tucked away in a private villa somewhere. Honestly, that's the most "them" way to handle it.
Keep an eye on their solo tours. When Uzi vogues at festivals or JT shuts down a stage in London, the other is usually lurking in the wings or blowing up their DMs with praise. That’s the real "relationship goals" here—not the $300,000 bracelets, but the fact that they actually like each other after all the smoke clears.
Next Steps for Fans:
- Audit the Music: Listen to JT’s City Cinderella and Uzi’s Eternal Atake 2 back-to-back to hear the sonic exchange between them.
- Ignore the "Single" Tweets: They’ve proven that a temporary social media unfollow is just their version of a "time-out," not a breakup.
- Follow the Fashion: Their joint appearances at fashion weeks are often more telling of their status than any interview.