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Quick facts for kids Sho Baraka
Background information
Birth name	Amisho Baraka Lewis
Born	(1979-01-10) January 10, 1979 (age 46)
Genres	Christian hip hop, conscious hip hop
Occupation(s)	Rapper, songwriter, director
Years active	2004–present
Labels	Reach, High Society, Humble Beast
Associated acts	116 Clique, High Society

Amisho Baraka Lewis (born January 10, 1979), known as Sho Baraka, is an American Christian hip-hop artist. He is also a talented writer. Sho Baraka has released music on his own. He was also a founding member of the 116 Clique music group.

He first signed with Reach Records. Later, he helped start a new record label and group called "High Society." This group included other Christian rappers like JR, Swoope, and Suzy Rock. Sho Baraka has released several albums. These include Turn My Life Up (2007), Lions and Liars (2010), Talented Xth (2013), and The Narrative (2016).

About Sho Baraka

Early Life and Music Journey

Sho Baraka was born Amisho Baraka Lewis in Alberta, Canada. His birthday is January 10, 1979. He grew up in Southern California. This area was a big center for hip hop music.

From a young age, Sho loved hip hop. In high school, he and his friends formed a rap group. They even toured with some famous artists. After this group ended, Sho decided to go to college. He followed his father's advice and attended Tuskegee University.

Finding His Path

While at Tuskegee, Sho met other artists like Lecrae and Tedashii. This led to the creation of the 116 Clique and Reach Records. During his time at Tuskegee, Sho also became a Christian. This faith became a big part of his music and life.

Music Career Highlights

Changing Record Labels

Sho Baraka was with Reach Records for four years. He released two albums with them. In April 2011, he announced he would leave Reach Records. He still worked with them for concerts and projects that year.

After leaving Reach, Sho joined a new music and art group. This group was called High Society. It included Swoope, J.R., and Suzy Rock. Sho Baraka then released his third album, Talented Xth, in January 2013. In June 2016, he signed with another Christian hip-hop label, Humble Beast.

Guest Appearances and Videos

Sho Baraka has appeared in music videos for other artists. He was in Trip Lee's video for "The Invasion (hero)." He also appeared in Lecrae's video for "Don't Waste Your Life." In Lecrae's video, Sho played a character who had changed his life.

Sho Baraka's Music

Studio Albums

Sho Baraka has released several studio albums. Each album shares his thoughts and stories through music.

Singles (Popular Songs)

Sho Baraka has released many individual songs, called singles. Some of these include:

• "Word" (featuring Charisse Beaumont)
• "We Can Be More" (featuring J.R.)
• "Maranatha"
• "Their Eyes Were Watching"
• "After the Funeral"
• "Real Ones Winning" (featuring Avila)

Music with Groups

Sho Baraka has also made music as part of different groups.

With the 116 Clique

• 116 Clique: The Compilation Album (2005)
• 13 Letters (2007)
• Amped (2007)
• Man up (2011)

With High Society

• Circa MMXI: The Collective (2012)

With JAMM as Hello Revolution

• Protest Package 1 EP (2012)

Mixtapes

Mixtapes are often free collections of songs. Sho Baraka has released:

• Barakaology (2009)
• We Can Be More Remixes mixtape (2010)

Film and Video Work

Filmography

Sho Baraka has also appeared in movies.

Videography

• 2006 – 116 Clique – "116 Clique Video"