2 Chainz, whose real name is Tauheed Epps, is an American rapper, songwriter, and media personality. He was born on September 12, 1977, in College Park, Georgia, USA. 2 Chainz gained prominence as one half of the hip-hop duo Playaz Circle, along with his longtime friend and collaborator Earl "Dolla Boy" Conyers.
In 2011, 2 Chainz embarked on a solo career and quickly rose to fame. He released his debut studio album, "Based on a T.R.U. Story," in 2012, which included hit singles like "No Lie" featuring Drake and "Birthday Song" featuring Kanye West. Since then, he has continued to release successful albums, including "B.O.A.T.S. II: Me Time" (2013), "ColleGrove" (2016, a collaborative project with Lil Wayne), "Pretty Girls Like Trap Mus...2 Chainz, whose real name is Tauheed Epps, is an American rapper, songwriter, and media personality. He was born on September 12, 1977, in College Park, Georgia, USA. 2 Chainz gained prominence as one half of the hip-hop duo Playaz Circle, along with his longtime friend and collaborator Earl "Dolla Boy" Conyers.
In 2011, 2 Chainz embarked on a solo career and quickly rose to fame. He released his debut studio album, "Based on a T.R.U. Story," in 2012, which included hit singles like "No Lie" featuring Drake and "Birthday Song" featuring Kanye West. Since then, he has continued to release successful albums, including "B.O.A.T.S. II: Me Time" (2013), "ColleGrove" (2016, a collaborative project with Lil Wayne), "Pretty Girls Like Trap Music" (2017), and "Rap or Go to the League" (2019).
Known for his distinctive style and witty wordplay, 2 Chainz has become a prominent figure in the hip-hop industry. He has collaborated with numerous other artists and received critical acclaim for his work. Besides his music career, 2 Chainz has also been involved in various business ventures and philanthropic efforts.Read moreRead less
