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Chingy, born Howard Bailey Jr. on March 9, 1980, in St. Louis, Missouri, is an American rapper and actor who had a major influence on hip-hop music in the early 2000s.
He gained widespread recognition with his 2003 hit single To Seer, Known for his unique stuttering flow and infectious beats. In the same year, he released his first album, Grand Prizea multi-platinum success that cemented his place in the music industry.
He subsequently introduced such Powerball and cover star, Although they didn’t reach the same commercial heights as his debut. Chingy’s music blends Midwestern hip-hop and pop influences, giving it broad appeal.
In addition to his music career, he has also explored acting, appearing in roles such as speed dating and The last dance.
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| Real name: | Howard Bailey Jr. |
| stage name: | Qingji |
| born: | March 9, 1980 (44 years old) |
| place of birth: | St. Louis, Missouri, USA |
| Country of Citizenship: | American |
| educate: | McClure North High School |
| high: | 180 cm |
| parents: | Vernita Crawford |
| Brothers and sisters: | 4 |
| spouse: | Adrienne Anderson-Bailey (married 2005) |
| Girlfriend·Partner: | Tiffany Haddish, Sidney Starr (2008), Kecia Knight Pulliam (2004) |
| Children: | Michael Bailey, Alzea Bailey |
| Profession: | Rapper·Songwriter |
| net worth: | $2 million |
Early life and education
Chingy, whose real name is Howard Earl Bailey Jr., was born on March 9, 1980 in St. Louis, Missouri. He grew up in the Walnut Park section of St. Louis, an area known for its challenging environment that he describes as “bad block”. From an early age, music was his escape and passion; he began writing lyrics at the age of nine and began recording his own raps at the age of ten.
Chingy is African American. While specific details about his religious beliefs are less documented, he mentioned that his musical influences included artists such as Michael Jackson and Marvin Gaye, suggesting a connection to wider cultural expressions that May include religious elements of African American tradition.
Chinji was raised by his mother, Vinita Crawford. Information about his father is less public, but it is known that his parents’ relationship ended in divorce during his teenage years. His mother was instrumental in supporting his early musical career.
Chingy is the second eldest of five siblings. However, specific details about his siblings have not been widely disclosed.
he participated McClure North High School Located in Florissant, Missouri, a suburb of St. Louis. During his school days he was known as “Howie”. His focus on music began to take precedence over academics, which led him to pursue a rap career instead of continuing his formal education.
Profession
Chengji’s music career took off in the early 2000s, earning him a reputation for his unique style and memorable melodies. His breakthrough came in 2003 with his debut single To Seer, Produced by Trak Starz. The song was an instant success, peaking at No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100, and showcased his unique stuttering flow and infectious beats.
In the same year, he released his first album, Grand PrizeUpon its release, it sold over 3 million copies in the United States and reached triple platinum status. The album also featured other hit songs such as Holiday Section with Ludacris and Snoop Dogg, and Just a phone call Starring Jason Weaver.
Between 2004 and 2006, Chingy released his second album, Powerball. Although not as good as commercially grand prize, It has received gold certification and produced titles such as Bala baby and Don’t worry. His third album, Hoodstad (2006), which included collaborations with artists including Tyrese Gibson and R. Kelly, as well as tracks pull me back Become a headline-grabbing hit.
back cover star, Chengji’s mainstream success began to decline. albums such as hate it or love it (2007) and success and failure (2010) had a smaller commercial impact, reflecting the challenges of maintaining momentum in the evolving music industry.
In the late 2000s and 2010s, Chingy turned to independent releases and mixtapes, which gave him greater creative control but reduced his mainstream influence. Items such as Grand Prize Return (2012) and various mixtapes have kept him active among his loyal fans.
In addition to music, Chingy has also branched out into acting, appearing in roles such as speed dating and the last dance, and appeared on a reality show, further showcasing his versatility.
social media
- Wikipedia: Kiyoshi
- Instagram: Chingy (@chingy)
- Twitter: Chingy (@ChingyFulldekk) / X
- YouTube: Kiyoshi
- Facebook: Howard “Chingy” Bailey Jr.
personal life
Chengji married Adrienne Anderson-Bailey in 2005 after a long courtship, reflecting the strong foundation they had before their marriage. They have two children: Mykael Bailey and Alzea Bailey.
Chingy, who stands 5 feet 11 inches tall, maintains a striking presence in both his personal and professional life.
Although Adrienne has been his wife for nearly two decades, Chingy has occasionally faced rumors about past relationships. Around 2004, he was rumored to be in a relationship with actress Keshia Knight Pulliam, but this was never confirmed.
In 2008, there was speculation that he was related to reality TV star Sidney Starr, but there was no substantial evidence to support these claims. Additionally, he is also rumored to have had a brief romantic encounter with comedian Tiffany Haddish, although this appears to be casual and unconfirmed.
Despite these rumors, Chengji and Adrienne’s relationship remains long-lasting and stable.
net worth
Chingy’s real name is Howard Bailey Jr. and he has an estimated net worth of $2 million. His main source of income is his music career, which peaked in the early 2000s with the release of “Youser,” and subsequent albums such as “Grand Prize” and”Powerball‘. ” In addition to music, he also earns from acting in films and television, as well as various endorsement deals
discography
studio album
- Grand Prize (2003)
- Notable singles: “Right Thurr”, “Holidae In” (feat. Ludacris and Snoop Dogg), “One Call Away” (feat. J-Weav)
- Powerball(2004)
- Notable singles: “Balla Baby”, “Don’t Worry”
- Limelight(2006)
- Notable Singles: “Pullin’ Me Back” (feat. Tyrese), “Dem Jeans” (feat. Jermaine Dupri)
- Hate it or love it (2007)
- Notable Single: “Fly Like Me” (feat. Amerie)
- Success and Failure(2010)
mixtape
- Chinese Studies(2005)
- Grand Prize Returns (2012)
- Kyung-ki and friends (2012)
- King of Judah(2014)
- Watch me work(2016)
Notable singles off the album
- “Right Thurr (Remix)” (feat. Jermaine Dupri & Trina) – Not included on the original “Jackpot” album, but widely recognized.
- “I Do” (2008) – This song was not part of the album release, but is known for its video featuring Keshia Knight Pulliam.
- “Hands Up” (2012) – From the “Jackpot Back” mixtape.
Cooperation and Features
- “Holidae In” – Ludacris and Snoop Dogg (from “Jackpot”)
- “Gangsta Rap” – featuring Lil Wayne from the “Hoodstar” album.
- “We Got” – Featuring Ludacris from the “Powerballin'” album.
Other significant contributions
- Appeared on multiple soundtracks, including “Scary Movie 3” and “Right Thurr”.
- Guest appearances on other artists’ tracks, although not always related to his albums.
