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| Birth name | Kirk Jerel Randle |
| Also known as | Kirk Ko Bangz |
| Born | August 20, 1989 |
| Origin | Houston, Texas, U.S. |
| Education | Prairie View A&M University (attended) |
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| Years active | 2009–present |
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Kirk Jerel Randle (born August 20, 1989), known as Kirko Bangz, is an American rapper. He is famous for his 2011 song "Drank in My Cup". This song became very popular, reaching number 28 on the US Billboard Hot 100 music chart. It also sold enough copies to earn a platinum award. He also appeared on Meek Mill's 2012 song, "Young & Gettin' It".
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Early Life and Music Start
Kirko Bangz was born Kirk Jerel Randle in Houston, Texas, on August 20, 1989. He began rapping when he was fifteen years old. He was inspired by his mother, who worked hard to raise him. Kirko Bangz went to North Shore High School in Houston. After high school, he attended Prairie View A&M University. There, he studied communications.
Music Career
Early Music and Mixtapes (2009–2012)
While at Prairie View A&M University, Kirko Bangz focused on his music. In 2009, he released his first mixtape, which is like a collection of songs, called Procrastination Kills. He met D Will, who later became his manager, during his studies. His stage name, Kirko Bangz, is a nod to the famous singer Kurt Cobain.
He signed with Warner Records and released his first official song, "What Yo Name Iz?", on February 7, 2011. This song started as a freestyle rap, which means he made up the lyrics on the spot. It reached number 41 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. A new version of the song came out on June 24, 2011. It featured other artists like Big Sean, Wale, and Bun B. He then released another mixtape, Procrastination Kills 3, on March 1, 2011.
His second song, "Drank in My Cup", was released on September 16, 2011. This song became a big hit. It reached number 28 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. It also topped the Hot Rap Songs chart. Many other hip-hop artists, including J. Cole, 2 Chainz, and Trey Songz, made their own versions of the song. Kirko Bangz released the mixtape Procrastination Kills 4 on September 4, 2012. His song "Keep It Trill" was released on November 30, 2012.
Working with Major Labels (2013–Present)
On March 26, 2013, XXL magazine named Kirko Bangz one of their "Freshman Class" artists. This is a special group of new and rising hip-hop artists. A few days later, he announced the name of his first album: Bigger Than Me. On July 4, 2013, he shared that he would release another mixtape, Progression 3, before his album. This mixtape came out on August 12, 2013. It featured artists like Wale, Nipsey Hussle, and French Montana.
Later, Kirko Bangz moved to Atlantic Records, which is part of Warner Music Group. On January 28, 2014, he released the song "Hoe", featuring YG and Yo Gotti. This song was meant to be a lead single for his album. From March to April 2014, Kirko Bangz went on "The Trillest" concert tour with Bun B. On December 16, 2014, he released the mixtape Progression V: Young Texas Playa. This mixtape included artists like Bun B and Riff Raff.
On July 21, 2015, it was announced that Kirko Bangz signed with 300 Entertainment. Even though he released several songs to promote his album Bigger Than Me, the album has not been released. Kirko Bangz has explained that much of his unreleased music is owned by Warner Music Group. This means he cannot release it himself. On August 31, 2015, he released his first extended play (EP), Fallin' Up Mix. An EP is a shorter music collection than an album. On February 19, 2016, he released his second EP, called Playa Made. Then, on August 26, 2016, he released the mixtape Back Flossin. On August 10, 2017, Kirko Bangz released Progression 17, another part of his Progression series.
Personal Life
Kirko Bangz has a mixed background. He is of African American, Mexican, and Dominican descent.
Discography
- Playa Made (2016)
- Back Flossin (2016)
See also
In Spanish: Kirko Bangz para niños
