Atlanta rapper Young Thug has pleaded guilty to participating in criminal street gang activity, a surprise twist that could end the musician’s long-running trial to an end, US media report.

The 33-year-old rapper, whose real name is Jeffery Lamar Williams, was arrested in May 2022 on racketeering and other charges stemming from his alleged leadership role within the Young Slime Life, or YSL, street gang.

Prosecutors had originally asked for up to 120 years in prison for Mr Williams before an agreement was reportedly reached, which still needs approval from a judge.

The case is believed to be the longest-running criminal trial in Georgia state history.