YoungBloodZ
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YoungBloodZ are an American
Southern rap
duo
from Atlanta, Georgia
, comprising members J-Bo
(born Jeffrey Ray Grigsby on October 4, 1977) and Sean P (formerly known as Sean Paul, but changed his name to avoid confusion with the Jamaican reggae/dancehall artist of the same name
(born Sean Paul Joseph on March 7, 1979).
and are best known for singles such as "U-Way" (1999) and "85" (2000), featuring Big Boi
of OutKast
and Chris Streng. After a three year absence, they returned with "Cadillac Pimpin'", scoring a moderate hit. However, the duo achieved a major hit with "Damn!
" produced by Lil Jon
, which reached No. 4 on the Billboard Hot 100
and has been their only (solo) Top 10 hit to date. Two years later, they returned with "Datz Me" featuring Young Buck
, a then member of G-Unit
and another Lil' Jon produced hit "Presidential
". They released their second single, "Chop Chop", from their third album, Ev'rybody Know Me
, which was produced by Scott Storch
. The YoungBloodZ song "I'mma Shine" was featured in the 2006 movie Step Up and in its soundtrack. The soundtrack reached number one on the US Billboard Top Soundtracks in 2006. Sean P has made numerous appearances in hit singles including Cherish
's "Do It to It", Sammie
's "You Should Be My Girl
", and Lil Jon
's "Snap Yo Fingers
" with E-40
. He is currently working on a solo project under Cornerstore Entertainment/Asylum/WMG that is scheduled for release sometime in the near future. The first official single is entitled "I'm a Hoodstar" and was produced by CP Hollywood.
United States
The United States of America is a federal constitutional republic comprising fifty states and a federal district...
Southern rap
Southern rap
Southern hip hop, also called Southern rap, is a genre of American music influenced by hip hop that emerged from a late-1980s club-oriented vibe in southern U.S...
duo
Duet (music)
A duet is a musical composition for two performers. In classical music, the term is most often used for a composition for two singers or pianists; with other instruments, the word duo is also often used. A piece performed by two pianists performing together on the same piano is referred to as...
from Atlanta, Georgia
Atlanta, Georgia
Atlanta is the capital and most populous city in the U.S. state of Georgia. According to the 2010 census, Atlanta's population is 420,003. Atlanta is the cultural and economic center of the Atlanta metropolitan area, which is home to 5,268,860 people and is the ninth largest metropolitan area in...
, comprising members J-Bo
J-Bo
Jeffrey Ray Grigsby better known by his stage name J-Bo, is an American rapper and one half of the group YoungBloodZ.Born in Decatur, Georgia, J-Bo has performed, without Sean P, on various singles by other artists...
(born Jeffrey Ray Grigsby on October 4, 1977) and Sean P (formerly known as Sean Paul, but changed his name to avoid confusion with the Jamaican reggae/dancehall artist of the same name
Sean Paul
Sean Paul Ryan Francis Henriques , who performs under stage name Sean Paul, is a Jamaican pop rap and reggae singer.-1973–1996: Early life:...
(born Sean Paul Joseph on March 7, 1979).
Biography
The two met at Decatur's Miller Grove Middle School, where they started the Attic Crew with some friends. They are signed to LaFace RecordsLaFace Records
LaFace Records is an American record label, owned and operated by Sony Music Entertainment.-Company history:LaFace was formed in 1989 as a joint venture between the producing duo Antonio "L.A." Reid & Kenneth "Babyface" Edmonds, and Arista Records. The combined nicknames of the duo's successful...
and are best known for singles such as "U-Way" (1999) and "85" (2000), featuring Big Boi
Big Boi
Antwan André Patton , better known by his stage name Big Boi, is an American rapper, song-writer, record producer and actor, best known for being a member of American hip hop duo OutKast alongside André 3000. His work in the duo has produced six studio albums. During the duo's hiatus, he and André...
of OutKast
OutKast
Outkast is an American hip hop duo based in East Point, Georgia, consisting of Atlanta native André "André 3000" Benjamin and Savannah, Georgia-born Antwan "Big Boi" Patton. They were originally known as Two Shades Deep but later changed the group's name to OutKast...
and Chris Streng. After a three year absence, they returned with "Cadillac Pimpin'", scoring a moderate hit. However, the duo achieved a major hit with "Damn!
Damn! (song)
"Damn!" is a song by rap duo YoungBloodZ released as the second single from their second studio album Drankin' Patnaz. It features crunk artist Lil Jon.It is their biggest hit to date, peaking at #4 on the U.S...
" produced by Lil Jon
Lil Jon
Jonathan Mortimer Smith , better known by his stage name Lil Jon, is an American rapper, music producer, entrepreneur, and occasional disc jockey who was a member of the group Lil Jon & The East Side Boyz. Lil Jon formed the group in 1997, and the group released several albums between then and 2004...
, which reached No. 4 on the Billboard Hot 100
Billboard Hot 100
The Billboard Hot 100 is the United States music industry standard singles popularity chart issued weekly by Billboard magazine. Chart rankings are based on radio play and sales; the tracking-week for sales begins on Monday and ends on Sunday, while the radio play tracking-week runs from Wednesday...
and has been their only (solo) Top 10 hit to date. Two years later, they returned with "Datz Me" featuring Young Buck
Young Buck
David Darnell Brown , also known as Young Buck, is an American Southern rapper. Buck is a former member of the New York City Hip-Hop group G-Unit, also a former artist of G-Unit Records as of Nov 26, 2011...
, a then member of G-Unit
G-Unit
G-Unit is an American hip hop group originating from New York City formed by 50 Cents. G-Unit emerged on the New York scene by independently releasing several mix tapes...
and another Lil' Jon produced hit "Presidential
Presidential (song)
"Damn!" is the title of a song by rap duo YoungBloodZ. It was released in June 2005 as the second single from their second studio album Ev'rybody Know Me. The song peaked at number 81 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart and number 20 on the U.S. Billboard Hot Rap Tracks chart...
". They released their second single, "Chop Chop", from their third album, Ev'rybody Know Me
Ev'rybody Know Me
Ev'rybody Know Me is the third studio album by southern rap duo YoungBloodZ. It was released on December 13, 2005. "Presidential" was the first single and "Chop Chop" was the second single.-Track listing:# "Intro" — 1:01...
, which was produced by Scott Storch
Scott Storch
Scott Storch is an American record producer. He produces a variety of music, particularly hip hop, reggaeton, and R&B. His label, Storch Music Company responsible for signing Brooke Hogan and Nox...
. The YoungBloodZ song "I'mma Shine" was featured in the 2006 movie Step Up and in its soundtrack. The soundtrack reached number one on the US Billboard Top Soundtracks in 2006. Sean P has made numerous appearances in hit singles including Cherish
Cherish (band)
Cherish is an African American R&B, soul, and hip hop quartet consisting of the sisters Farrah King , Neosha King and twins Felisha and Fallon King . Originally hailing from Maywood, Illinois, the four sisters moved to Atlanta to further their musical career...
's "Do It to It", Sammie
Sammie
Sammie Bush , better known by Sammie, is an American soul and pop singer. He is best known for his hit, "I Like It" from his debut album, From the Bottom to the Top . He returned with his second studio album, Sammie in 2006...
's "You Should Be My Girl
You Should Be My Girl
"You Should Be My Girl" is a R&B song performed by Sammie, who is signed to Dallas Austin's Rowdy Records. It was first single to be released from his self-titled second album. The song features Sean P of The YoungBloodZ. It was produced by Jazze Pha and released in June 2006.It managed to chart...
", and Lil Jon
Lil Jon
Jonathan Mortimer Smith , better known by his stage name Lil Jon, is an American rapper, music producer, entrepreneur, and occasional disc jockey who was a member of the group Lil Jon & The East Side Boyz. Lil Jon formed the group in 1997, and the group released several albums between then and 2004...
's "Snap Yo Fingers
Snap Yo Fingers
"Snap Yo Fingers" is a 2006 single by Atlanta based rapper/producer Lil Jon. It was originally intended to be the first single from Lil Jon's solo debut album Crunk Rock...
" with E-40
E-40
Earl Stevens , better known by his stage name E-40, is an American rapper, entrepreneur, and investor from Vallejo, California. He is also part of the rap group The Click and the founder of Sick Wid It Records. His solo debut album, Federal, was released in November 1992, after The Click's debut...
. He is currently working on a solo project under Cornerstore Entertainment/Asylum/WMG that is scheduled for release sometime in the near future. The first official single is entitled "I'm a Hoodstar" and was produced by CP Hollywood.
Legal issues
Both members were arrested on June 1, 2006 on drugs and weapons charges in Atlanta with members of their entourage. J-Bo and Sean P never had any trouble with the law before this arrest. All charges were dismissed when they attended their hearing in late May 2007.Discography
- Against da GrainAgainst Da GrainAgainst da Grain is the debut album by southern rap duo YoungBloodZ. It was released on October 12, 1999.-Track listing:# "YoungBloodz Intro" — 2:54# "Shakem' Off" — 3:42...
(1999) - Drankin' PatnazDrankin' PatnazDrankin' Patnaz is the second studio album by southern rap duo YoungBloodZ. It was released on August 26, 2003.-Track listing:# "Intro" — 1:30# "Damn!" — 4:59# "Whatchu Lookin' At" — 4:58...
(2003) - Ev'rybody Know MeEv'rybody Know MeEv'rybody Know Me is the third studio album by southern rap duo YoungBloodZ. It was released on December 13, 2005. "Presidential" was the first single and "Chop Chop" was the second single.-Track listing:# "Intro" — 1:01...
(2005)