Real Name: Chauncey Alexander Hollis Jr.

Aliases: Tony Fontana

BORN:

May 21, 1987

AGE:

37

NET WORTH:

$6 million

HEIGHT:

6'2

BIO

Grammy Award-winning producer Hit-Boy is one of the most in-demand and renowned beatmakers in the game today. He’s produced hit singles such as "N-ggas in Paris" by JAY-Z and Kanye West, "Sicko Mode" by Travis Scott, "Backseat Freestyle" by Kendrick Lamar, "Trophies" by Drake and "Clique" by G.O.O.D. Music. He also produced Nipsey Hussle and Roddy Ricch's Grammy-winning "Racks in the Middle" collaboration while taking home Best Rap Album alongside Nas for King's Disease. In addition to reuniting with Nas for King's Disease 2, Hit-Boy has dropped joint projects with Big Sean, Dom Kennedy and SOB X RBE.

PROPS

Got his start on Myspace when he connected with multi-platinum producer Polow Da Don
Won 3 Grammys, including Best Rap Album (Nas King's Disease), Best Rap Song (JAY-Z & Kanye West "N-ggas In Paris") and Best Rap Performance (Nipsey Hussle "Racks in the Middle")
The only producer to produce an entire album for Nas by himself
Released a string of solo projects including HITstory, Zoomin & Tony Fontana
Aligned with Kanye West's G.O.O.D. Music early in his career
Founded the HS87 label and dropped We The Plug in 2014

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Top Hit-Boy Questions

What was Hit-Boy’s first production credit?

Hit-Boy’s first production on a single was "Stronger" by Mary J. Blige.

Where is Hit-Boy from?

Hit-Boy was born in Fontana, California.

Who are Hit-Boy's influences?

Scott Storch is one of Hit-Boy's main influences.

Is Hit-Boy still affiliated with G.O.O.D. music?

Hit-Boy is no longer a part of the G.O.O.D. music camp. He’s currently managed by Roc Nation.

Which member of the R&B group Troop is Hit-Boy’s relative?

Hit-Boy's uncle is Rodney Benford from the R&B group TROOP.

Does Hit-Boy have his own label?

Hit-Boy has his own production company called H587. The first artist he signed was Audio Push.

Hit-Boy

Real name: Chauncey Alexander Hollis Jr.

Aliases: Tony Fontana

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