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Shaboozey
Birth nameCollins Obinna Chibueze
Born (1995-05-09) May 9, 1995 (age 29)
Woodbridge, Virginia, U.S.
Genres
Occupations
  • Musician
  • rapper
  • singer
  • songwriter
  • record producer
InstrumentVocals
Years active2014–present
Labels
Websiteamericandogwood.com

Collins Obinna Chibueze (born May 9, 1995), known professionally as Shaboozey, is an American musician, singer, songwriter, and record producer.[2][3] He gained initial attention for his 2018 song "Start a Riot" (with Duckwrth), which was included on the soundtrack to Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.[4][1] In 2024, he collaborated with Beyoncé on two tracks from her eighth studio album, Cowboy Carter.[5] That same year, he released the country single "A Bar Song (Tipsy)", which spent eighteen weeks atop the Billboard Hot 100.

Early life

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Chibueze was born in northern Virginia to Nigerian parents and raised in Woodbridge.[6] His stage name is derived from mispronunciations of his surname, meaning "God is king" in Igbo.[6][5] In his childhood, he was inspired by watching music videos on 106 & Park, as well as his time at a boarding school in Nigeria for junior high.[7][2]

Career

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In 2014, Shaboozey released his first single, "Jeff Gordon".[2] That same year, he founded the production company V Picture Films.[8][7] He was signed to Republic Records in 2017 after catching their attention with singles "Starfoxx" and "Robert Plant", and released his debut studio album, Lady Wrangler, the following year.[2] His second studio album, Cowboys Live Forever, Outlaws Never Die, was released in October 2022 through Empire Distribution.[2][9] His third studio album, Where I've Been, Isn't Where I'm Going, was released on May 31, 2024, which he will promote with headlining shows in the US, as well as a slot as an opening act for Jessie Murph on tour.[3] Though his earlier music had more of a trap influence, his later songs have more of a folk-pop sound with acoustic guitar.[5]

Musical style and influences

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His music combines hip hop, country, rock, and Americana.[3][10][7]

In an interview with ColorsxStudios, Shaboozey cites the Rolling Stones, Grateful Dead, Bob Dylan, and Led Zeppelin as influences, as well as Martin Scorsese films such as Taxi Driver.[7] Other influences include Fela Kuti, Clipse, Roger Waters, Backstreet Boys, Pharrell Williams, Missy Elliott, Lead Belly, and Johnny Cash.[2][7][4]

Discography

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Studio albums

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List of studio albums, with selected details, chart positions and certifications
Title Album details Peak chart positions Certifications
US
[11] 		US
Country
[12] 		AUS
[13] 		CAN
[14] 		FIN
[15] 		NOR
[16]
Lady Wrangler — — — — — —
Cowboys Live Forever, Outlaws Never Die
  • Released: October 7, 2022[18]
  • Label: American Dogwood, Empire
  • Format: Digital download, streaming
 — — — — — —
Where I've Been, Isn't Where I'm Going
  • Released: May 31, 2024[19]
  • Label: American Dogwood, Empire
  • Format: Digital download, streaming, CD, vinyl[20]
 5 2 76 4 34 10
"—" denotes releases that did not chart or were not released in that territory.

Singles

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List of singles, with selected chart positions, certifications, year released and album name
Title Year Peak chart positions Certifications Album
US
[22] 		US Country
[23] 		AUS
[24] 		CAN
[25] 		IRE
[26] 		NZ
[27] 		SWE
[28] 		UK
[29] 		WW
[30]
"Jeff Gordon"[2] 2014 — — — — — — — — — Non-album singles
"Starfoxx"[2] 2017 — — — — — — — — —
"Winning Streak"[31] — — — — — — — — — Lady Wrangler
"Robert Plant"[32] — — — — — — — — — Non-album singles
"Break the Band (How Could She?)"[33] 2018 — — — — — — — — —
"Golden Child"[34] — — — — — — — — — Lady Wrangler
"Cabelas"[35] 2019 — — — — — — — — — Non-album singles
"More"[2] — — — — — — — — —
"Joan Jett"[2] — — — — — — — — —
"Prosperity"[2] — — — — — — — — —
"I Can't Remember My Own Dreams"[2] 2020 — — — — — — — — —
"Another Me"[2] — — — — — — — — —
"Beverley Hills"[2] 2021 — — — — — — — — — Cowboys Live Forever, Outlaws Never Die
"Tall Boy"[36] — — — — — — — — —
"Gas!"[37] 2022 — — — — — — — — —
"Let It Burn"[38] 2023 — — — — — — — — — Where I've Been, Isn't Where I'm Going
"Anabelle"[39] 2024 — — — — — — — — —
"Vegas"[40] — — — — — — — — —
"A Bar Song (Tipsy)" 1 1 1 1 1 3 1 3 3
"Highway" — — — — — — — — —
"Good News"[45] — — — — — — — — — Non-album single
"—" denotes releases that did not chart or were not released in that territory.

Other charted songs

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List of other charted songs, with selected chart positions, year released and album name
Title Year Peak chart positions Album
US
[22] 		US Country
[23] 		US
R&B
/HH
[46] 		BRA
[47] 		CAN
[25] 		NZ
Hot
[48] 		WW
[30]
"Spaghettii"
(with Beyoncé and Linda Martell) 		2024 31 — 12 65 58 — 37 Cowboy Carter
"Sweet / Honey / Buckiin'"
(with Beyoncé) 		61 — 22 — 94 — 109
"My Fault"
(featuring Noah Cyrus) 		—[A] 40 — — — 23 — Where I've Been, Isn't Where I'm Going
"Drink Don't Need No Mix"
(featuring BigXthaPlug) 		— 47 45 — — 37 —
"—" denotes releases that did not chart or were not released in that territory.

Awards and nominations

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Grammy Awards

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Year Nominee / work Award Result
2025 Himself Best New Artist Pending
"Spaghettii" (with Beyoncé and Linda Martell) Best Melodic Rap Performance Pending
"A Bar Song (Tipsy)" Song of the Year Pending
Best Country Song Pending
Best Country Solo Performance Pending

People's Choice Country Awards

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Year Nominee / work Award Result
2024 Himself New Artist of 2024 Won
Where I've Been, Isn't Where I'm Going Album of 2024 Nominated
"A Bar Song (Tipsy)" Song of 2024 Nominated
Male Song of 2024 Nominated
New Artist Song of 2024 Won
"My Fault" (featuring Noah Cyrus) Crossover Song of 2024 Nominated
"Let It Burn" Music Video of 2024 Nominated

Country Music Association Awards

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Year Nominee / work Award Result
2024 Himself New Artist of the Year Pending
"A Bar Song (Tipsy)" Single of the Year Nominated

MTV Video Music Awards

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Year Nominee / work Award Result
2024 Himself Best New Artist Nominated
"A Bar Song (Tipsy)" Song of Summer Nominated

Notes

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  1. ^ "My Fault" did not enter the Billboard Hot 100, but peaked at number 24 on the Bubbling Under Hot 100 chart.[49]

References

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  1. ^ a b Horowitz, Steven J. (March 28, 2024). "Beyoncé's 'Cowboy Carter': A Deep Dive Into the Featured Artists and Samples — From Shaboozey to 'These Boots Are Made for Walkin" and More". Variety. Retrieved April 2, 2024.
  2. ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n Yeung, Neil Z. "Shaboozey". AllMusic. Retrieved April 2, 2024.
  3. ^ a b c Blistein, Jon (March 29, 2024). "If You Liked Shaboozey on Beyoncé's 'Cowboy Carter,' You Can Hear His New Album Soon". Rolling Stone. Retrieved April 2, 2024.
  4. ^ a b Grove, Rashad (November 1, 2023). "#Unboxed Vol 30: Shaboozey Remains True To His Artistic Vision That Has No Limits". BET. Retrieved April 2, 2024.
  5. ^ a b c Shteamer, Hank (March 29, 2024). "Who's Who on Beyoncé's 'Cowboy Carter'". The New York Times. Retrieved April 2, 2024.
  6. ^ a b "Shaboozey". Apple Music. Retrieved April 2, 2024.
  7. ^ a b c d e Lytras, Katerina. "Virginia-based artist Shaboozey believes we can create whole universes in our minds". ColorsxStudios. Retrieved April 2, 2024.
  8. ^ Ortiz, Edwin (July 14, 2024). "Shaboozey Biography & Net Worth". Np Xmedia. Retrieved July 14, 2024.
  9. ^ Shore Fire Media (October 7, 2022). "Shaboozey's Bold, Genre-Melding Statement LP "Cowboys Live Forever, Outlaws Never Die"" (Press release). Retrieved April 2, 2024.
  10. ^ McClay, Caché (March 29, 2024). "Beyoncé features Shaboozey twice on 'Cowboy Carter': Who is the hip-hop, country artist?". USA Today. Retrieved April 2, 2024.
  11. ^ "Shaboozey Chart History (Billboard 200)". Billboard. Retrieved June 11, 2024.
  12. ^ "Shaboozey Chart History (Top Country Albums)". Billboard. Retrieved June 10, 2024.
  13. ^ "The ARIA Report: Week Commencing 10 June 2024". The ARIA Report. No. 1788. Australian Recording Industry Association. June 10, 2024. p. 4.
  14. ^ "Shaboozey Chart History (Billboard Canadian Albums)". Billboard. Retrieved June 10, 2024.
  15. ^ "Shaboozey – Where I've Been, Isn't Where I'm Going" (in Finnish). Musiikkituottajat. Retrieved June 8, 2024.
  16. ^ "Album 2024 uke 23". VG-lista. Retrieved June 8, 2024.
  17. ^ "Lady Wrangler - Album by Shaboozey". Apple Music. Retrieved May 30, 2024.
  18. ^ "Cowboys Live Forever, Outlaws Never Die - Album by Shaboozey". Spotify. Retrieved May 30, 2024.
  19. ^ "Where I've Been, Isn't Where I'm Going by Shaboozey on Amazon Music". Amazon Music. Retrieved May 30, 2024.
  20. ^ "Amazon.com: Where I've Been, Isn't Where I'm Going: CDs & Vinyl". Amazon. Retrieved May 30, 2024.
  21. ^ a b "American certifications – Shaboozey". Recording Industry Association of America. Retrieved September 10, 2024.
  22. ^ a b "Shaboozey Chart History (Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved July 9, 2024.
  23. ^ a b "Shaboozey Chart History (Hot Country Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved August 13, 2024.
  24. ^ "ARIA Top 50 Singles Chart". Australian Recording Industry Association. July 8, 2024. Retrieved July 5, 2024.
  25. ^ a b "Shaboozey Chart History (Canadian Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved May 7, 2024.
  26. ^ "Top 100 Singles, Week Ending 31 May 2024". Official Charts Company. Retrieved May 31, 2024.
  27. ^ "NZ Top 40 Singles Chart". Recorded Music NZ. June 3, 2024. Retrieved May 31, 2024.
  28. ^ "Veckolista Singlar, vecka 18". Sverigetopplistan. Retrieved May 3, 2024.
  29. ^ "Shaboozey songs and albums | full Official Chart history". Official Charts Company. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
  30. ^ a b "Shaboozey Chart History (Billboard Global 200)". Billboard. Retrieved July 2, 2024.
  31. ^ "Shaboozey - Winning Streak (Official Audio)". YouTube. March 21, 2017. Retrieved July 6, 2024.
  32. ^ "Shaboozey Pays Homage to Led Zeppelin in "Robert Plant"". Hype Beast. August 7, 2017. Retrieved July 6, 2024.
  33. ^ "Shaboozey Shares Trippy Visualizer for "Break the Band"". Press Party. March 30, 2018. Retrieved July 6, 2024.
  34. ^ "Golden Child (A Vignette by Shaboozey)". YouTube. September 24, 2018. Retrieved July 6, 2024.
  35. ^ "Shaboozey Drops A Video For His Addictive Single "Cabela's"". Ends MUsic. March 2019. Retrieved July 6, 2024.
  36. ^ "Shaboozey gives 'Modern Cowboy' vibes on new single "Tall Boy" [Video]". Ear Milk. January 2022. Retrieved July 6, 2024.
  37. ^ "Shaboozey Floors The Gas! On New Single". Shore Fire. June 17, 2022. Retrieved July 6, 2024.
  38. ^ "LISTEN: Shaboozey's 'Let It Burn': A Masterful Display of Personal Storytelling". All Country News. 2023. Retrieved July 6, 2024.
  39. ^ "Shaboozey Releases New Song 'Anabelle'". Broadway World. January 26, 2024. Retrieved July 6, 2024.
  40. ^ "Shaboozey's Legend With Hip-Hop Fans Continues To Grow On "Vegas"". Hot New Hip Hop. March 18, 2024. Retrieved July 6, 2024.
  41. ^ "ARIA Charts – Accreditations – 2024 Singles" (PDF). Australian Recording Industry Association. Retrieved August 11, 2024.
  42. ^ "British certifications – Shaboozey". British Phonographic Industry. Retrieved July 12, 2024. Type Shaboozey in the "Search BPI Awards" field and then press Enter.
  43. ^ "Sverigetopplistan – Shaboozey" (in Swedish). Sverigetopplistan. Retrieved June 20, 2024.
  44. ^ "New Zealand single certifications – Shaboozey – A Bar Song (Tipsy)". Recorded Music NZ. Retrieved November 20, 2024.
  45. ^ "17 weeks at #1 and 6 GRAMMY noms. Man what a hell of a year it's been… Presave "Good News" link in bio & stories. See y'all at the @CMA's! Love y'all 🫶🏾". Retrieved November 13, 2024 – via Instagram.
  46. ^ "Shaboozey Chart History (Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved August 13, 2024.
  47. ^ "Shaboozey Chart History (Billboard Brasil Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved April 26, 2024.
  48. ^ "NZ Hot Singles Chart". Recorded Music NZ. June 10, 2024. Retrieved June 7, 2024.
  49. ^ "Shaboozey Chart History: Bubbling Under Hot 100". Billboard. Retrieved June 11, 2024.
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