Liputan6.com, Jakarta - Happy news has arrived from the world of R&B and hip hop music. Renowned singer-songwriter Mariah the Scientist is now officially engaged to rapper Young Thug.
The romantic moment occurred when Young Thug proposed to Mariah onstage at the "Hometown Hero: Young Thug & Friends" benefit concert held at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia, on Tuesday, December 16, 2025.
The proposal, witnessed by thousands of fans, was the culmination of their love story, which began in 2021.
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Young Thug knelt before Mariah, presented her with a large diamond ring, and a giant screen behind them displayed the words "WILL YOU MARRY ME?" Mariah, who had previously expressed her desire to marry, happily accepted the proposal, greeted by enthusiastic cheers from the audience.
"Guess I'm getting married!" Mariah the Scientist said into a glittery microphone before kissing her fiancé again.
Young Thug and Mariah the Scientist are engaged 💍[🎥: jm.edia ] pic.twitter.com/VFllp6CZPj
— Complex (@Complex) December 17, 2025
Love Story and Engagement with Young Thug
Mariah the Scientist and rapper Young Thug, whose real name is Jeffery Williams, began dating in 2021.
Their first meeting happened in March 2021 when Mariah contacted Young Thug about a potential musical collaboration.
This professional relationship later blossomed into a romantic one, and they began dating in October 2021.
Mariah showed tremendous support for Young Thug during his difficult time, especially while he was incarcerated and facing a RICO trial from May 2022 to October 2024.
After Young Thug's release in October 2024, their relationship experienced a slight rift due to the leak of a jailhouse recording that indicated an affair.
However, Young Thug soon issued a public apology, and the couple reconciled, strengthening their bond.
Their love story culminated on December 16, 2025, when Young Thug proposed to Mariah the Scientist on stage at her charity concert.
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Mariah the Scientist's Full Profile
Mariah the Scientist, whose real name is Mariah Amani Buckles, was born on October 27, 1997, in Atlanta, Georgia, United States.
She is currently 28 years old and is known as a talented singer and songwriter.Before entering the music industry, Mariah had a strong academic background.
She attended St. John's University on a biology scholarship, aspiring to become a pediatric anesthesiologist.
However, in her third year of college, Mariah decided to drop out to pursue her dream of music.
Her stage name, "The Scientist," reflects her love of science and her educational background.
This journey shaped her unique artistic identity, combining honest lyrics with an analytical approach to emotions and life experiences.
Mariah the Scientist's Musical Career
Mariah the Scientist's musical talent was evident at an early age, when she began singing in her elementary school choir.
In January 2018, she released her debut EP, "To Die For," on SoundCloud, which quickly gained widespread attention.
Mariah's music was later discovered by rapper Tory Lanez, leading to her signing with One Umbrella and RCA Records in February 2019.
Since then, she has released several successful studio albums, including "Master" (2019), "Ry Ry World" (2021), "To Be Eaten Alive" (2023), and "Hearts Sold Separately" (2025).
Her musical style is diverse, encompassing Contemporary R&B, Synth pop, Alternative R&B, soul, and hip hop, making her one of the freshest voices in the genre.
Mariah the Scientist has also received recognition for her work, including winning a BET Award for Best New Artist in 2022.
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