Who is 2 Chainz? Everything You Need to Know

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Also Known As: Tauheed K. Epps, Tauheed Epps

Age: 47 Years, 47 Year Old Males

Family:

Spouse/Ex-: Kesha Ward (m. 2013)

children: Halo Epps, Harmony Epps, Heaven Epps

Born Country: United States

African American Singers Rappers

Height: 6'5" (196 cm), 6'5" Males

Notable Alumni: North Clayton High School, Alabama State University, Virginia State University, Arizona State University

U.S. State: Georgia

More Facts

education: Arizona State University, Virginia State University, Alabama State University, North Clayton High School

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What is 2 Chainz's real name?

2 Chainz's real name is Tauheed Epps.
2

When did 2 Chainz release his debut album?

2 Chainz released his debut album, "Based on a T.R.U. Story," on August 14, 2012.
3

Which record label is 2 Chainz signed to?

2 Chainz is signed to Def Jam Recordings.
4

What was 2 Chainz's previous stage name?

2 Chainz previously performed under the stage name "Tity Boi."
5

What was 2 Chainz's first mixtape?

2 Chainz's first mixtape was titled "Me Against the World."

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Childhood & Early Life

Tauheed Epps was born on 12 September 1977, in College Park, Georgia, in the United States. He had a difficult childhood; he was mostly raised by his mother alone as his father was in and out of prison several times.

He went to North Clayton High School, where he also used to play basketball. Despite being a good student, he also dealt in drugs as a teenager. At the age of fifteen, he was arrested for drug possession. He attended the Alabama State University, and later, transferred to the Virginia State University.

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Career

Tauheed Epps formed the hip hop duo Playaz Circle with a high school friend and started performing songs. The duo then became friends with the well-known rapper Ludacris and also performed with him.

’Supply & Demand,’ the debut album by the duo, was released in 2007. It performed well, and debuted at number 27 on the Billboard 200. It sold more than 26,000 copies within the first week. However, on the second week, it dropped down to number 79 on the Billboard 200.

Epps, who had by now adopted the stage name “2 Chainz,” announced his debut studio album in March 2012. Two months later, he released the album’s lead single ‘No Lie’, which featured the well-known Canadian rapper Drake. Debuting at number 46 on the Billboard Hot 100, the song was a success commercially and sold 1.4 million copies digitally.

The same year, in August, 2 Chainz’s album ‘Based on a T.R.U. story’ was released. The album, which included guest appearances from popular rappers such as Drake, Lil Wayne and Kanye West, peaked at the first position on the US Billboard 200.

His second album ‘B.O.A.T.S. II’ saw its release in September 2013. Peaking at third position on the US Billboard 200, the album was a huge success, like his first one. It sold 63,000 copies within its first week.

ColleGrove, his third studio album, which was released in March 2016, was also a major success. It debuted at fourth position on the US Billboard 200.

His latest album ‘Pretty Girls Like Trap Music’, was released in June 2017. The album, which included guest appearances from stars like Drake, Pharrell Williams, and Travis Scott, was received positively by critics.

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Major Works

’Based on a T.R.U. Story’, which was the debut studio album of 2 Chainz, can be regarded as his first major work, as well as his most successful one. The album was a big success, and peaked at the first position in the US Billboard 200, as well as sold 147,000 copies within a week. Over the year, it eventually sold 623,000 copies. The album, with hit singles such as ‘No Lie’, ‘Birthday Song’, and I’m Different’, was also nominated for ‘Best Rap Album’, at the 55th Grammy Awards. Reviews were mostly mixed.

’B.O.A.T.S. II: Me Time,’ the second studio album by 2 Chainz is also one of his important works. Debuting at number three on the US Billboard 200, the album was a huge hit. It sold 63,000 copies within its first week. It included hit singles such as ‘Feds Watching’, ‘Where U Been’, and ‘NetFlix’. It also became popular in a few other countries, such as Canada, and debuted at the 11th position on Canadian albums chart. It mostly received positive reviews from critics.

Awards & Achievements

2 Chainz has been nominated for six Grammy Awards so far, out of which he has won one for his 2016 hit song ‘No Problem’ under the category ‘Best Rap Performance’.

He has also been nominated for numerous BET Hip Hop awards, out of which he has won five including Rookie of the Year in 2012.

His song ‘Mercy’ won him the Soul Train Award in 2012 for ‘Best Hip Hop Song of the Year’.

Personal Life

2 Chainz married Kesha Ward in 2013. The couple has three children, Heaven, Harmony, and Halo.

Despite having a successful career, he is also notorious for his brushes with the law. He has been arrested multiple times for drug possession.

Facts About 2 Chainz

2 Chainz graduated with a 4.0 GPA from Alabama State University, where he studied psychology.

He is known for his love of fashion and has his own line of clothing called "CEO Millionaires."

2 Chainz is a successful restaurateur, owning several businesses including a popular Atlanta-based eatery called Escobar Restaurant and Tapas.

He is a dedicated philanthropist, actively supporting various charitable causes in his community.

2 Chainz has a passion for basketball and even played on his high school team, showcasing his athletic abilities beyond his music career.

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