Mr. Harvey: Young, Real And Rich: The Louisiana Rapper That Was Featured On Gangsters: Americas Most Evil

Known to many as Mr. Harvey, the late David Williams was more than just an emerging rap artist—he was a figure that embodied the raw, gritty realities of Harvey, Louisiana, a community just across the river from New Orleans. His life, marked by music, street influence, and controversy, earned him a powerful presence in the Southern hip-hop scene—and ultimately a tragic end.

From the Westbank to the World

Mr. Harvey rose to prominence as the face of the “Harvey Hustlers”, a group that would later bring national attention through law enforcement investigations and media. His lyrical content, delivered with an unfiltered Southern drawl, was rooted in his environment and earned him a reputation as one of Louisiana’s most feared and respected underground rappers.

He gained major traction through his work with legendary mixtape hosts DJ Drama and Don Cannon, dropping signature Gangsta Grillz projects that had the streets talking. With gritty realism and unapologetic bars, Mr. Harvey’s mixtapes resonated deeply with fans who lived the same struggle he rapped about.

A Life Cut Short

On September 17, 2010, Mr. Harvey was tragically shot and killed, silencing a voice that was beginning to break beyond local fame. He was only 26 years old. His murder shocked the community and left a lasting impact on the New Orleans rap scene.

Born on November 9, 1983, Mr. Harvey left behind a legacy of music, memories, and mystery. His story was later featured on the TV series "Gangsters: America’s Most Evil", where his dual life as a rapper and alleged gang leader was explored in-depth.

Legacy Lives On

Though gone, Mr. Harvey’s presence continues to echo online and in the streets that raised him. YouTube videos still circulate, showing the rapper flaunting his signature jewelry, cars, and charisma—reminders of a life lived loudly, unapologetically, and in the spotlight of both fame and danger.

To many in Harvey, Louisiana, Mr. Harvey is more than just a rapper. He’s a symbol of survival, street glory, and what it means to leave a mark—no matter how short the time on Earth may be. His legacy lives on through his music, and the legend of the Harvey Hustler who almost made it all the way out.