Ace Hood
Antoine McColister
Ace Hood is an American rapper from Deerfield Beach, Florida active since 2007.
- Profession
- Rapper, Songwriter
- From
- Deerfield Beach, Florida
- Born
- May 11, 1988
- Years active
- 2007–present
Early life
Born Antoine McColister in Port St. Lucie, Florida and raised in Deerfield Beach, Ace Hood abandoned a hoped-for football career after an injury and turned to rap, catching the attention of DJ Khaled, who signed him to his We the Best Music imprint.
Career
He built a reputation as an intense, work-ethic-driven lyricist across albums like "Gutta," "Ruthless," and "Blood, Sweat & Tears," and scored hits including "Hustle Hard" and the smash "Bugatti" with Future and Rick Ross before going independent.
Major achievements
He earned platinum certification with "Bugatti," one of the biggest rap singles of 2013, and sustained a respected catalog admired for its motivational intensity.
Legacy
Ace Hood became known for relentless lyrical drive and inspirational themes, a durable presence in Florida's rap scene.
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