2 Chainz is a Grammy Award-winning rapper, entrepreneur and cultural icon from College Park, Georgia, whose influence has helped define modern hip hop for more than two decades. He first rose to prominence as one-half of Southern rap duo Playaz Circle alongside Earl “Dolla Boy” Conyers, earning mainstream success with the breakout hit Duffle Bag Boy featuring Lil Wayne under Ludacris’ Disturbing Tha Peace label.
Since launching his solo career, 2 Chainz has become one of hip hop’s most recognisable and respected artists. His platinum-selling debut album Based on a T.R.U. Story debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200 and produced era-defining hits including No Lie featuring Drake, Birthday Song featuring Kanye West and I’m Different. He continued his success with acclaimed projects such as Pretty Girls Like Trap Music, Rap or Go to the League, So Help Me God! and Welcome 2 Collegrove alongside Lil Wayne, cementing his reputation as one of the genre’s most versatile and influential voices.
Beyond music, 2 Chainz has built a powerful presence across television, film, fashion and business. His hit Vice TV series Most Expensivest became a global fan favourite, showcasing his larger-than-life personality and entrepreneurial mindset across four successful seasons. In recent years, he has entered a new chapter as an independent artist, releasing collaborative projects including Life Is Beautiful with Larry June and The Alchemist, while continuing to expand his ventures across entertainment and lifestyle.
With a Grammy Award, multiple BET Awards and collaborations with some of the biggest names in music, 2 Chainz continues to evolve as both an artist and cultural powerhouse. In 2026, he also expands his creative legacy with the release of his upcoming memoir The Voice in Your Head is God, offering a personal insight into his journey from Atlanta to global success.