Blacc Zacc
Blacc Zacc | |
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Birth name | Zachary Chapman |
Born | Columbia | December 17, 1990
Origin | Columbia, South Carolina |
Genres | |
Occupations | Rapper |
Years active | 2010–present |
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Partner(s) | Renni Rucci |
Zachary Chapman (born December 17, 1990), known professionally as Blacc Zacc, is an American rapper from Columbia, South Carolina.[1][2][3][4] He rose to prominence with his single "Make a Sale" (featuring Moneybagg Yo). He often worked with DaBaby and collaborated with artists like Stunna 4 Vegas, Young Dolph, Foogiano, LightSkinKeisha, and Renni Rucci.[5][6][7]
Early life
[edit]Chapman was born on December 17, 1990, in Columbia, South Carolina. He developed a passion for music early and began rapping by age 13.[8][9]
Music Career
[edit]Mixtapes and Early Success (2010s)
[edit]Adopting the stage name Blacc Zacc, he began his music career in the early 2010s, releasing a series of mixtapes that helped him build a local following. Blacc Zacc released his debut mixtape, 1st Round Draft Pick, in 2010. Over the subsequent years, he consistently released new mixtapes like High-Class Trapper (2017), New Blacc City (2018), and Blacc Frost (2018).[10] His breakthrough came with the re-release of Dirty Summer in 2018, which featured collaborations with notable artists like Kampaign, Blacko, and Ross. The mixtape’s success led to increased recognition and eventually caught the attention of major record label.[11]
Signing with Interscope Records
[edit]In 2019, Blacc Zacc signed a deal with Interscope Records, [10][12] and significantly elevated his status with the release of his 2019 single "Chump Change", progressively refining his sound.[13][14] Following the signing, he released his debut studio album, Carolina Narco. In April 2020, he released his other project, 803 Legend [15]
Trappin Like Zacc (2019)
[edit]Blacc Zacc released his sixth project titled Trappin Like Zac in 2019 after signing a deal with Interscope Records which debuted at No. 21 on Billboard's Top Heatseekers chart.[16] The album features different rappers such as DaBaby, Stunna 4 Vegas, Key Glock, and more.[11]
Carolina Narco (2020)
[edit]In March 2020, Blacc Zacc released his first studio album Carolina Narco. The 11-track album followed the release of his previous project, 808 Legend. The album includes guest appearances from DaBaby, Yo Gotti, Stunna 4 Vegas, and Moneybagg Yo.[17] Its production was handled by Young Kio, OG Parker, and 808 Mafia, among others. The release of Carolina Narco was accompanied by a 17-minute cinematic short film, which premiered on March 26, 2020.[14][18][19]
Business Ventures
[edit]In addition to his music career, Blacc Zacc is also an entrepreneur. He founded Dirty Money Entertainment, a record label that supports emerging artists from the Southern United States. His entrepreneurial efforts have extended beyond music, with ventures in real estate and other businesses.[20]
Personal life
[edit]Blacc Zacc is in a relationship with American rapper Renni Rucci.[21][22][23]
Discography
[edit]Albums
[edit]Title | Album details | Peak chart positions |
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US Heat. [16] | ||
Trappin Like Zacc |
| 22 |
Carolina Narco |
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Filmography
[edit]Year | TV show | Role | Notes | Ref. |
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2021–present | Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta | Himself | Guest role (Season 10–present) | [24] |
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ Brown, Preezy (April 1, 2020). "Blacc Zacc Looks To Put South Carolina On The Map With 'Carolina Narco'". VIBE.com. Retrieved July 19, 2024.
- ^ "Blacc Zacc Songs, Albums, Reviews, Bio & More ..." AllMusic. Retrieved July 19, 2024.
- ^ "Rolling Loud Miami 2020 Lineup". Stereogum. January 28, 2020. Retrieved July 20, 2024.
- ^ Woods, Aleia WoodsAleia (October 27, 2020). "Blacc Zacc Keeps It Calm on New Song "Tennis"". XXL Mag. Retrieved July 20, 2024.
- ^ "For Blacc Zacc, 'The Richest Rapper In South Carolina,' Consistency Is Key". BET. Retrieved July 19, 2024.
- ^ "The Baller Alert Show: Blacc Zacc on His Relationship With Renni Rucci and Young Dolph". February 14, 2024. Retrieved July 19, 2024.
- ^ lisabeth (May 20, 2021). "9 South Carolina Hip-Hop Artists Bringing Fire In 2021". www.respectmyregion.com. Retrieved July 20, 2024.
- ^ REVOLT. Blacc Zacc talks major record labels, his type, and South Carolina | 'Big Facts'. Retrieved July 19, 2024 – via www.revolt.tv.
- ^ NDSmith (March 9, 2020). "Up in the Source | Blacc Zacc Breaks Down Why He is The Richest Rapper in South Carolina - The Source". Retrieved July 19, 2024.
- ^ a b Saponara, Michael (September 26, 2019). "Blacc Zacc Signs With Interscope Records, Releases 'Chump Change' Video: Exclusive". Billboard. Retrieved July 19, 2024.
- ^ a b Saponara, Michael (September 26, 2019). "Blacc Zacc Signs With Interscope Records, Releases 'Chump Change' Video: Exclusive". Billboard. Retrieved July 19, 2024.
- ^ "Interscope Records Signs South Carolina Rapper Blacc Zacc - Music Connection Magazine". www.musicconnection.com. September 30, 2019. Retrieved July 19, 2024.
- ^ Sorel, Vayda (December 8, 2022). "Blacc Zacc loves being independent but admits major labels have their perks". Yahoo Entertainment. Retrieved July 19, 2024.
- ^ a b Brown, Preezy (April 1, 2020). "Blacc Zacc Looks To Put South Carolina On The Map With 'Carolina Narco'". VIBE.com. Retrieved July 19, 2024.
- ^ Hamilton, Xavier. "Blacc Zacc Drops Video for New Single "803 Legend"". Complex. Retrieved July 19, 2024.
- ^ a b "Blacc Zacc | Biography, Music & News". Billboard. Retrieved July 19, 2024.
- ^ "South Carolina Rapper Blacc Zacc Drops Debut Album 'Carolina Narco' - Okayplayer". www.okayplayer.com. Retrieved July 19, 2024.
- ^ "Blacc Zacc Brings His 'Carolina Narco' Album to Life With Sobering Short Film: Watch". Billboard. March 26, 2020. Retrieved July 20, 2024.
- ^ "Stream Blacc Zacc's Debut Album 'Carolina Narco'". Rap-Up. Retrieved July 21, 2024.
- ^ Sorel, Vayda (December 8, 2022). "Blacc Zacc loves being independent but admits major labels have their perks". Yahoo Entertainment. Retrieved August 23, 2024.
- ^ Ivey, Justin (April 18, 2024). "Renni Rucci Reveals She's Pregnant With Blacc Zacc's Child". AllHipHop. Retrieved July 20, 2024.
- ^ Grant, Shawn (April 20, 2024). "Blacc Zacc Returns with Renni Rucci and Big Lex To Bring The Visuals For Trendy Track "NOLA" - The Source". Retrieved July 20, 2024.
- ^ Schube, Will (April 21, 2024). "Blacc Zacc & Renni Rucci Join Forces On New Single Following Pregnancy Announcement". HipHopDX. Retrieved July 20, 2024.
- ^ "BLACC ZACC & RENNI RUCCI JOIN FORCES ON NEW SINGLE FOLLOWING PREGNANCY ANNOUNCEMENT". artistontherise.
External links
[edit]- Blacc Zacc at IMDb
- Blacc Zacc at AllMusic