Atlanta bred rapper DG Yola was shot in the face during a failed
robbery attempt in his hometown on Friday night (March 23).

Yola, who has gained popularity via his single "Ain’t Got Let Up,"
was reportedly in his vehicle, waiting at a red light when he was ambushed.
The bullet went through one cheek and out the other. He is currently recovering
at an Atlanta hospital, where doctors are optimistic that he will make a full
recovery.

"He is already up and about and writing. Yola ain’t gonna let up,"
his family said in a statement. "We respectfully request privacy and appreciate
the well wishes and prayers of Yola’s fans during this time." Yola is gearing
up for the release of his debut album Gutta World. The set, which will be released
via Power Hittas/Atlantic, is slated to hit stores in June.