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Skipper (rapper)
The HBK Gang (abbreviation for the Heartbreak Gang) is an American Hip hop music, hip-hop collective based in the San Francisco Bay Area. Founded by Iamsu!, Chief, Skipper, and P-Lo in 2008, members also include singer Kehlani and rapper-producers Sage the Gemini, IsThatCJ, Rossi, Dave Steezy, Jay Ant, and Kool John. After contributing to various mixtapes, including Iamsu's ''Kilt II'', in August 2013, the group released their debut mixtape, ''Gang Forever''. HBK Gang Records is an associated independent record label. History Founding HBK Gang is primarily composed of colleagues who met while attending high school in the San Francisco Bay Area, specifically Pinole. The collective was founded in 2008, while many involved were still in school. By 2013, its members included Iamsu!, Kool John, P-Lo, Sage the Gemini, Skipper (or $kip), CJ, singer Rossi, Dave Steezy, and Jay Ant (or Jay Anthony). Iamsu! first began to form and organize the group in 2011. Iamsu!, hailing from Richmond, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
San Francisco Bay Area
The San Francisco Bay Area, commonly known as the Bay Area, is a List of regions of California, region of California surrounding and including San Francisco Bay, and anchored by the cities of Oakland, San Francisco, and San Jose, California, San Jose. The Association of Bay Area Governments defines the Bay Area as including the nine counties that border the estuary, estuaries of San Francisco Bay, San Pablo Bay, and Suisun Bay: Alameda County, California, Alameda, Contra Costa County, California, Contra Costa, Marin County, California, Marin, Napa County, California, Napa, San Mateo County, California, San Mateo, Santa Clara County, California, Santa Clara, Solano County, California, Solano, Sonoma County, California, Sonoma, and San Francisco County, California, San Francisco. Other definitions may be either smaller or larger, and may include neighboring counties which are not officially part of the San Francisco Bay Area, such as the Central Coast (California), Central Coast c ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Aaliyah
Aaliyah Dana Haughton ( ; January 16, 1979 – August 25, 2001) was an American singer, actress, dancer, and model. Known as the " Princess of R&B" and "Queen of Urban Pop", she is credited with helping to redefine contemporary R&B, pop, and hip hop. Aaliyah's accolades include three American Music Awards and two MTV VMAs, along with five Grammy Award nominations. Born in Brooklyn and raised in Detroit, she first gained recognition at the age of 10, when she appeared on the television show '' Star Search'' and performed in concert alongside Gladys Knight. At the age of 12, Aaliyah signed with Jive Records and her uncle Barry Hankerson's Blackground Records. Hankerson introduced her to R. Kelly, who became her mentor, as well as lead songwriter and producer of her debut album, '' Age Ain't Nothing but a Number'' (1994). The album sold three million copies in the United States and was certified double platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RI ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Juvenile (rapper)
Terius Gray (born March 26, 1975), better known by his stage name Juvenile, is an American rapper best known for his work with Birdman's Cash Money Records in the late 1990s and early 2000s, both solo and as a member of the label's then-flagship group, Hot Boys. Juvenile's career began in the early 1990s as a teenager with bounce music recordings that earned him local recognition. After releasing his debut studio album—''Being Myself'' (1995)—to regional success, he signed with Cash Money and saw his mainstream breakthrough with his second and third albums, '' Solja Rags'' (1997) and '' 400 Degreez'' (1998). The latter peaked at number nine on the ''Billboard'' 200, received quadruple platinum certification by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), and was supported by the singles " Ha" and " Back That Azz Up" (featuring Mannie Fresh and Lil Wayne)—his first ''Billboard'' Hot 100 entries. He released three subsequent albums—'' Tha G-Code'' (1999), ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Problem (rapper)
Jason L. Martin (born May 8, 1985; stylized as JasonMartin), formerly known by the stage name Problem, is an American rapper, songwriter, and record producer from Compton, California. He is best known for his guest appearance alongside YG and Iamsu! on E-40's 2012 single, " Function", which entered the Bubbling Under Hot 100 chart and received gold certification by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), along with his guest appearance on Childish Gambino's single, " Sweatpants" the following year. His 2013 single, " Like Whaaat" (featuring Bad Lucc), entered both the aforementioned chart and Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs, serving as lead single for his debut extended play (EP), '' Understand Me'' (2013). Early life Martin was born in Würzburg, West Germany and grew up in Compton, California. He entered the industry by writing a verse for producer Terrace Martin for his song "Be Thankful", featured on Snoop Dogg's compilation album ''The Big Squeeze''. The track garne ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Who Booty
"Who Booty" is a song by American R&B singer Jonn Hart, featuring vocals from rapper Iamsu!, originally from his debut mixtape ''Heart 2 Hart''. The song has been in regular rotation on radio stations, peaking at #3 on the Rhythmic Songs chart, and #31 on the ''Billboard'' Top 40 Pop Songs chart. Remix A remix version of the song featuring a verse from rapper French Montana extended the song's life on the airwaves. The song was released by Epic Records and was near the top 30 of ''Billboard'' Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. It peaked at #66 on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100 and #20 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. Another remix was released, called the R&Bay Remix, featuring new verses from Jonn Hart and a guest verse from E-40 Earl Tywone Stevens (born November 15, 1967), better known by his stage name E-40, is an American rapper. Stevens is a founding member of the rap group The Click (band), The Click and the founder of Sick Wid It Records. He has released 27 stud .. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jonn Hart
Di'Jonn Gary Grizzell (born August 28, 1985), better known by his stage name Jonn Hart, is an American singer from Oakland, California. He is best known for his 2012 single "Who Booty" (featuring Iamsu!), which peaked at number 66 on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100. Upon its re-release by Epic Records in December of that year, the song was remixed with French Montana. Prior, he was a member of the band Tha Outfit. Life and career Hart grew up in a musical family. His mother sang in choir and his stepfather was involved in gospel music and owned his own studio. In an interview with '' XXL'', Hart stated that he used to visit the studio as a kid and realized at a very young age that he wanted to be involved with music. He graduated James Logan High School and continued his education at Morehouse College in Atlanta, Georgia. He began his career with the R&B boy band Tha Outfit. He pursued a solo career in 2012 and released the song "Who Booty", featuring Iamsu! on the original version, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hot Rap Songs
Hot Rap Songs (formerly known as Hot Rap Tracks and Hot Rap Singles) is a chart released weekly by '' Billboard'' in the United States. It lists the 25 most popular hip-hop/rap songs, calculated weekly by airplay on rhythmic and urban radio stations and sales in hip hop-focused or exclusive markets. Streaming data and digital downloads were added to the methodology of determining chart rankings in 2012. From 1989 through 2001, it was based on how much the single sold in that given week. The song with the most weeks at number one is "Not Like Us" by Kendrick Lamar, with a total of 26 weeks. Chart statistics and other facts Artists with the most number-one singles Note: Rihanna is a featured artist on all her number-one singles. Artists with the most consecutive weeks at number one *29 weeks - Macklemore and Ryan Lewis (" Thrift Shop", " Can't Hold Us") *25 weeks – Lil Wayne (" Lollipop", " A Milli"), Headlines"); T-Pain (" Good Life (Kanye West song), Good Life", "Low"); ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Billboard (magazine)
''Billboard'' (stylized in letter case, lowercase since 2013) is an American music and entertainment magazine published weekly by Penske Media Corporation. The magazine provides music charts, news, video, opinion, reviews, events and styles related to the music industry. Its Billboard charts, music charts include the Billboard Hot 100, Hot 100, the Billboard 200, 200, and the Billboard Global 200, Global 200, tracking the most popular albums and songs in various music genres. It also hosts events, owns a publishing firm and operates several television shows. ''Billboard'' was founded in 1894 by William Donaldson and James Hennegan as a trade publication for bill posters. Donaldson acquired Hennegan's interest in 1900 for $500. In the early years of the 20th century, it covered the entertainment industry, such as circuses, fairs and burlesque shows, and also created a mail service for travelling entertainers. ''Billboard'' began focusing more on the music industry as the jukebox ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gas Pedal
"Gas Pedal" is a song by American rapper Sage the Gemini, featuring guest vocals from fellow Bay Area rapper Iamsu!. It was released by Republic Records on March 21, 2013 as the second single from the former's debut studio album, '' Remember Me''. It was produced by Sage the Gemini, while both performers co-wrote the song. "Gas Pedal" peaked at number 29 on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100, making this the first top 40 hit for both artists. It also reached the top ten on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs and Hot Rap Songs charts, at numbers six and four, respectively. An official remix for the song was released featuring Canadian singer Justin Bieber. Music video Directed by SUJ, the video is set in a barely lit mansion where Sage and Iamsu! are dressed in tuxedos surrounded by various women with blank expressions on their face. A woman wearing a red veil wrapped around her face catches Sage's attention and asks for her to be brought over. When the woman is brought over to Sage, she stands ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Billboard Hot 100
The ''Billboard'' Hot 100, also known as simply the Hot 100, is the music industry standard record chart in the United States for songs, published weekly by '' Billboard'' magazine. Chart rankings are based on sales (physical and digital), online streaming, and radio airplay in the U.S. A new chart is compiled and released online to the public by ''Billboard''s website on Tuesdays but post-dated to the following Saturday, when the printed magazine first reaches newsstands. The weekly tracking period for sales is currently Friday–Thursday, after being changed in July 2015. It was initially Monday–Sunday when Nielsen started tracking sales in 1991. This tracking period also applies to compiling online streaming data. Radio airplay is readily available on a real-time basis, unlike sales figures and streaming, but is also tracked on the same Friday–Thursday cycle, effective with the chart dated July 17, 2021. Previously, radio was tracked Monday–Sunday and, before Ju ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Act Right (Yo Gotti Song)
"Act Right" is a song by American rapper Yo Gotti. The song was released on July 23, 2013, as the first single from his sixth studio album '' I Am''. The song produced by HBK Gang member P-Lo, features American rappers Jeezy and YG. The song has peaked at number 100 on the US ''Billboard'' Hot 100. Remix In tandem with the instrumental provided by Bay Area producer and The HBK Gang member P-Lo, the official remix of the song features an additional verse from the groups performer, rapper Iamsu! Sudan Ameer Williams (born November 16, 1989), better known by his stage name Iamsu! (stylized as IamSu! or IAMSU!), is an American rapper and record producer from Richmond, California. He is the co-founder and lead member of the hip-hop group .... Music video On July 24, 2013, the music video for the track was released. It was directed by Alex Nazari. Charts Certifications Release history References 2013 songs 2013 singles Yo Gotti songs Jeezy songs Songs ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Yo Gotti
Mario Sentell Giden Mims (born May 19, 1981), known professionally as Yo Gotti, is an American rapper, singer, and record executive. Rooted in Memphis rap, he released five independent albums—''Youngsta's on a Come Up'' (1996), ''From da Dope Game 2 da Rap Game'' (2000), ''Self-Explanatory'' (2001), ''Life (Yo Gotti album), Life'' (2003), and ''Back 2 da Basics'' (2006)—before signing with J Records in 2009. His 2009 singles, "5 Star (song), 5 Star" and "Women Lie, Men Lie" (featuring Lil Wayne), both received RIAA certification, gold certifications by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) and entered the Billboard Hot 100, ''Billboard'' Hot 100. Despite this, both songs were omitted from the release of his sixth album and major label debut, ''Live from the Kitchen'' (2012), which, despite mixed critical reception, peaked at number 12 on the Billboard 200, ''Billboard'' 200. He transferred to Epic Records to release his sixth and seventh albums, ''I Am (Yo Got ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
