Shaboozey

Shaboozey

Profession: Musician

Born: May 9, 1995

Age: 30 years old

Zodiac Sign: Taurus

Birthplace: Woodbridge, Virginia, U.S.

Known for: His crossover hit A Bar Song (Tipsy) and albums Where I’ve Been, Isn’t Where I’m Going, Lady Wrangler

Biography

Shaboozey is an American musician well known for his chart topping song “A Bar Song (Tipsy)”. He draws his inspiration from his Nigerian heritage and upbringing in Virginia. He has become a voice that bridges music genres and cultures with storytelling.

Shaboozey who was born in Woodbridge, Virginia, grew up in a household with Nigerian roots. As a child, he was first of all drawn to storytelling through writing and visual arts before he delved into music. His stage name comes from a mispronunciation of his last name “Chibueze,” which he embraced after his high school.

Shaboozey began doing music in 2014, with his first single titled Jeff Gordon. He built a unique identity and fanbase over the next years, with songs like “Starfoxx” and “Robert Plant”. He eventually released his first studio album titled “Lady Wrangler”, in 2018. His early work leaned more on hip hop and trap, often mixed with country sound.

He released his second studio album, “Cowboys Live Forever, Outlaws Never Die”, in2022. The album marked a major turning point in his music career, while focusing on leaner production, and a stronger fusion of country music with his rap roots.

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He came through with his third studio album, “Where I’ve Been, Isn’t Where I’m Going”, on May 31, 2024. The album was literally a success, as the song “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” from that album became a number one hit on the “Billboard Hot 100” and Hot Country Songs charts. It also tied the record for the longest run at number one for a solo by a Black artist in those charts. Some of the Other standout songs include Vegas, Let It Burn, My Fault (featuring Noah Cyrus), and Drink Don’t Need No Mix (with BigXthaPlug).

Shaboozey has also collaborated with major artists and appeared on notable projects. He is featured on Beyoncé’s 2024 album Cowboy Carter on two tracks. He has also contributed songs to soundtracks and projects that expands his reach.

Shaboozey has continued to release good music, and focusing more on the visual component of his work through his production company. His journey reflects a constant tension between where he has been and where he is going musically.

Career Timeline

• 2014 – Jeff Gordon (single)
• 2018 – Lady Wrangler (album)
• 2022 – Cowboys Live Forever, Outlaws Never Die (album)
• 2024 – Where I’ve Been, Isn’t Where I’m Going (album)
• 2024 – A Bar Song (Tipsy) (Hit single from Where I’ve Been, Isn’t Where I’m Going)
• 2024 – Vegas (Single)
• 2024 – Let It Burn (Single)
• 2024 – My Fault (feat. Noah Cyrus)
• 2024 – Drink Don’t Need No Mix (feat. BigXthaPlug)

Personal Details

• Alternative name: Collins Obinna Chibueze
• Nationality: American (Nigerian descent)
• Height: 6 feet 2 inches
• Religion: Christian
• Partner: Emily Ratajkowski
• Official Website: Instagram.com-@shaboozey

Trivia

• His real name is Collins Obinna Chibueze.
• His stage name is a twist on his last name “Chibueze,” which means “God is King” in Igbo.
• His parents are from the Igbo tribe in Nigeria.
• He once aspired to be a novelist before pursuing music.
• Shaboozey founded a production company called V Picture Films to bring his visual storytelling ideas to life.
• He performed on Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse soundtrack with “Start a Riot.”
• He is featured twice on Beyoncé’s country inspired album “Cowboy Carter”.
• His song“A Bar Song (Tipsy)” tied the record for the longest run at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 by a solo Black artist.
• He releases self-directed music videos.
• He grew up listening to both his Nigerian family’s music traditions and United States hip-hop.
• He is worth over $5 million based on facts from celebrity networth.

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