Funny Mike, also known as MacArthur Johnson, is an American comedian and rapper from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He became known for short-form comedy, pranks, challenges, vlogs, and music across Vine, YouTube, TikTok, and Twitch. His online career also includes the parody persona 22 Savage and recurring appearances on MTV's Wild 'N Out.
The Creator Journey: Platform Evolution Mastery
Funny Mike began posting short comedy videos on Vine, where he created skits, celebrity impressions, and memes. The platform helped establish his comedic style and audience before he expanded into longer-form content.
He created his YouTube channel on May 1, 2016, and uploaded his first video, titled "RUNIK IS FIGHTING CANCER." His YouTube work grew to include pranks, challenges, vlogs, and music videos, while additional channels such as FunnyMike Gaming and FunnyMike Skits broadened his content. He later developed a presence on TikTok and Twitch, using short-form comedy, music, family content, and live streaming to reach different audiences.
The Music Career: From 22 Savage to Comedy-Rap Hybrid
Although he became prominent as a comedian, Funny Mike initially wanted to pursue rap. He gained wider attention after adopting the parody name 22 Savage, a play on the stage name of rapper 21 Savage. During that period, he released music associated with the persona, including "Ain't No 21" and "Jumpin'," and attracted attention through the character's deliberately provocative presentation.
He later performed and released music as Funny Mike, combining rap with comedic lyrics and humorous visuals. His songs include "Hit That Bit For the Gram," "Black Opps," "Mr. Creepy Eyes," "Roblox Party," and "I Need You," the latter featuring Jaliyah Monet. This comedy and rap combination became a defining part of his entertainment brand.
Mainstream Success: Conquering MTV’s Wild 'N Out
Funny Mike became a recurring cast member on Nick Cannon's improv comedy show Wild 'N Out on MTV, appearing in Seasons 11 and 12. The program gave him a national television platform for his comedic timing and improvisational performances.
He also appeared in the film I Got the Hook Up 2 with Master P, which was released in 2019. These projects extended his work beyond social media and connected his online comedy career with television and film.
Family-centered content
Funny Mike has been in a relationship with fellow creator Jaliyah Monet, and the pair run the joint channel The MJ Family. Their collaboration brought relationship and family-focused videos into his broader mix of comedy, music, and vlogging content.
They have three children: Londyn, born in February 2019; MacArthur Johnson Jr., born in July 2020; and Germany, born in September 2023. Family life became a recurring theme in the content associated with the MJ Family brand.
Quick facts
- Funny Mike created his YouTube channel on May 1, 2016, and its first video was titled "RUNIK IS FIGHTING CANCER."
- His main YouTube channel has surpassed 14 million subscribers.
- He created separate YouTube channels called FunnyMike Gaming and FunnyMike Skits.
- Funny Mike became a recurring cast member of MTV's Wild 'N Out in Season 11 and continued through Season 12.
- He appeared in the film I Got the Hook Up 2 with Master P.
- His 22 Savage persona parodied rapper 21 Savage and inspired songs including "Ain't No 21" and "Jumpin'."
- He released the single "Hit That Bit For the Gram," which gained more than 400,000 views.
- Funny Mike launched his official Twitch channel in July 2017 and became a Twitch Partner in 2023.
- He runs the joint YouTube channel The MJ Family with Jaliyah Monet.
- His music includes the song "I Need You," featuring Jaliyah Monet.
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FunnyMike's real name is MacArthur Johnson.
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