History of Shaboozey in Timeline

Collins Obinna Chibueze, professionally known as Shaboozey, is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer recognized for his genre-bending music. He blends hip-hop, country, rock, and Americana, creating a unique sound. His stage name stems from his high school football coach's mispronunciation of his Igbo surname, Chibueze, which means 'God is king'.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

May 9, 1995: Shaboozey Born

On May 9, 1995, Collins Obinna Chibueze, known professionally as Shaboozey, was born. He is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer whose music combines hip-hop, country, rock, and Americana.

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2004: Release of "Tipsy" by J-Kwon

In 2004, J-Kwon's single "Tipsy" was released. This song was later interpolated by Shaboozey in his 2024 song "A Bar Song (Tipsy)".

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2013: High School Graduation

In 2013, Shaboozey graduated from Gar-Field Senior High School in Woodbridge, Virginia, where he played football as a freshman. By the time he graduated high school, he also earned money from shooting music videos and photography, he also earned "a few hundred bucks here and there" from music gigs and decided to take music more seriously.

2014: Founded V Picture Films

In 2014, Shaboozey founded V Picture Films, a production company, with the goal of becoming a writer, director, and producer.

2014: First Single Release

In 2014, Shaboozey released his first single, "Jeff Gordon", referring to NASCAR driver Jeff Gordon.

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August 2016: Signed with Homeless Records

In August 2016, Shaboozey signed a recording, co-publishing and ancillary rights agreement with Terence Sheldon dba Homeless Records.

September 2017: Assignment to Kreshendo Entertainment

In September 2017, the agreement with Homeless Records was assigned to Kreshendo Entertainment, a division of Republic Records.

October 2018: Debut Album Release

In October 2018, Shaboozey released his debut studio album "Lady Wrangler" on Republic Records.

December 2018: Featured in Spider-Man Soundtrack

In December 2018, Shaboozey was featured on the song "Start a Riot" by Duckwrth, which was included in the soundtrack to Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.

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2018: First Album Release

In 2018, Shaboozey released his first album, "Lady Wrangler".

November 2019: Publishing Agreement Termination

In November 2019, Shaboozey's publishing agreement was terminated.

October 2022: Second Album Release

In October 2022, Shaboozey's second studio album, "Cowboys Live Forever, Outlaws Never Die", was released via Empire Distribution.

2022: Second Album Release

In 2022, Shaboozey released his second album, "Cowboys Live Forever, Outlaws Never Die".

January 2024: Collaboration with Beyoncé

In January 2024, Shaboozey was asked to sing on two songs with Beyoncé after a member of her team heard his unreleased song "A Bar Song (Tipsy)".

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March 2024: Release of Cowboy Carter

In March 2024, the tracks featuring Shaboozey were included on Beyoncé's eighth studio album, "Cowboy Carter".

April 2024: Release of "A Bar Song (Tipsy)"

In April 2024, "A Bar Song (Tipsy)", which interpolates J-Kwon's 2004 single "Tipsy", was released and became a major hit.

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May 2024: Third Album Release

In May 2024, Shaboozey's third studio album, "Where I've Been, Isn't Where I'm Going", was released. As of May 2024, Jared Cotter was Shaboozey's co-talent manager.

November 2024: Release of 'Good News' and Thanksgiving Performance

In November 2024, Shaboozey released "Good News" and performed at the halftime show of the 2024 Chicago Bears–Detroit Lions Thanksgiving game.

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December 2024: Saturday Night Live and NFL Halftime Show Performance

In December 2024, Shaboozey was a musical guest on Saturday Night Live, where he performed "A Bar Song (Tipsy)" and "Good News". He also performed alongside Post Malone in the Beyoncé 2024 NFL Halftime Show at the Christmas Day Game between the Baltimore Ravens and the Houston Texans.

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2024: Commercial Success and Beyonce Collaboration

In 2024, Shaboozey was featured on two songs from Beyoncé's album "Cowboy Carter", and he achieved commercial success with his third album, "Where I've Been, Isn't Where I'm Going", and his hit single "A Bar Song (Tipsy)".

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