ISTHATCJ / HBK CJ
ISTHATCJ | |
|---|---|
| Background information | |
| Also known as | HBK CJ |
| Origin | Oakland, California |
| Genres | |
| Years active | 2008–present |
| Labels | FALLUP |
| Associated acts | |
| Website | isthatcj |
Clarence J. Mcghee (born May 31, 1990) formerly known as HBK CJ now know by his stage name ISTHATCJ is an American independent artist, rapper, songwriter, and performer. He is also well known for his role as a past member of the hip hop group The HBK Gang also known as Heartbreak Gang.
Early life[edit]
Clarence J. McGhee (born May 31, 1990) formerly known as HBK CJ now know by his stage name ISTHATCJ is an American independent artist, rapper, songwriter, and performer.
CJ was born and raised in Oakland, California. CJ has been surrounded by music since his early childhood days. this influenced his passion and love for the perfection of his craft. CJ is Gifted, talented, and bold, but humble and modest he is undoubtedly A great storyteller and songwriter, using, metaphors and imagery in order to paint a perfect picture for the listener. Today, CJ’s goal as an artist is to show the world how diverse music can be. CJ's energetic, captivating style in music connects an abundance to the pain, struggle, hurt, bad decisions, choices, positive outlook, and life changes within his lyrics. CJ's goal is to promote peace and positivity to his audience. This soulful artist loves to smile, laugh, encourage, and inspire.
“I aspire to inspire everyone who listens to my music to ‘just be themselves’ and pursue any dream you might have, and never forget that you can’t have peace unless you bring peace” - IsThatCJ
Career[edit]
In 2008, CJ joined a group by the name of "The HBK Gang" (HeartBreak Gang). HBK included such names as rapper/producer P-Lo, Iamsu!, Kooljon, Skipper, Sage The Gemini, showbanga, Rossi, and Chief. HBK influenced other talents from the bay area that was close to the group such as Kehlani, G-Eazy, Nef the Pharaoh, Guapdad 4000, and many more. HBK can be considered one of the primary influential collectives in today's generation of Bay Area Music. Today CJ is well known around the Bay Area for his lyrical diversity and delivery. His lyrical content gains attention from listeners favoring history, politics, love, struggler, and perseverance; yet, his more up-tempo songs include catchy hooks over melodic vocals and clever cadences gaining the attention of DJs, partygoers, and a huge youth audience. He is most recognized for his verses featured on Iamsu’s “Ralph Lauren Rugby Shit” and “Losin” which were gracefully featured on Billboard.com.
CJ released several notable projects as an artist. With his recognition growing, his hard work has been acknowledged by earning a spot in Thizzler’s Top 10 Freshman Bay Area Prospect list, on www.thizzler.com/baf10. Clarence J explains how his past achievements do not affect his work for the future, and making on the Bay Area prospect list does not stop there. “I see people in my camp making big moves, the way I see it, this is only one of many more achievements to come”. With that said, as stated above, CJ will continue to work on several projects either Mixtapes, EP’s/Albums, and collaborations with various artists and groups to come.
Personal life[edit]
Discography[edit]
https://www.discogs.com/artist/3284599-HBK-CJ
{Peace & Love - IstThatCJ - Heartbreak Gang - {2015}} {CJ 2.0 - IsThatCJ - Heartbreak Gang - {2013}}
Studio albums[edit]
- Peace & Love (2015)
- CJ 2.0 (2013)
Mixtapes[edit]
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Tours[edit]
- Headlining
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Awards and nominations[edit]
| Year | Association | Category | Nominated Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nominated |
References[edit]
External links[edit]
- Official website
- ISTHATCJ / HBK CJ on SoundCloud
- HBKCJ discography at Discogs
References[edit]
IsThatCJ[edit]
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