Z-Ro (real name - Joseph Wayne McVey) is an American rapper from Houston, Texas. He was born on June 6, 1976.

Z-Ro is known for his "up-from-nothing" rise to fame, flexibility in rhyme and extensive collaboration with other rap artists and musicians.

Z-Ro's popularity has increased rapidly, as he has been featured on Bun B's single "Draped Up" with Slim Thug, Chamillionaire, and Lil' Keke, and also on Chamillionaire's "Won't Let You Down" featuring a plethora of Houston-based rappers.