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Did you know Shaboozey's real name is Collins Obinna Chibueze?
"Billboard" just did an in-depth profile on Shaboozey and what it took to make him into the big star he is today. It's a great read if you have the time.
He said it was tough growing up in Virginia because of how he stuck out. Quote, "Hearing your name mispronounced during attendance was always a thing. You felt like you had to make it easier for everyone else to understand."
Fast forward to high school, when his football coach kept misspelling his last name, Chibueze. This turned into a nickname, and eventually became his stage name.
Here are some other facts about Shaboozey:
1. He is 6'4", and loves to play basketball with his friends. He even met his now manager in a pickup basketball game.
2. He is a huge Nascar fan. In 2014, he had his first brush with viral fame, when he put out his song called, "Jeff Gordon".
3. Shaboozey signed with Republic Records before putting out his first album "Lady Wranglers". They then dropped him after the album didn't do well. I assume they're kicking themselves over this now.