Bobby Shmurda
Ackquille Jean Pollard
Bobby Shmurda is an American rapper from New York City, New York active since 2014.
- Profession
- Rapper, Songwriter
- Born
- August 4, 1994
- Years active
- 2014–present
Early life
Raised in the East Flatbush section of Brooklyn, Ackquille Pollard rose from the GS9 crew with raw, energetic street records.
Career
His 2014 single "Hot N***a" and its viral "Shmoney Dance" made him an overnight sensation before a lengthy prison sentence interrupted his momentum.
Major achievements
His breakout single reached the Hot 100 top ten and became a defining viral moment of the mid-2010s.
Legacy
Bobby Shmurda's meteoric rise and the "Shmoney Dance" remain emblematic of internet-driven rap virality.
References
Frequently asked questions about Bobby Shmurda
- What is Bobby Shmurda known for?
- Bobby Shmurda is an American rapper from New York City, New York active since 2014. Bobby Shmurda is recognized as a rapper and songwriter.
- Where is Bobby Shmurda from?
- Bobby Shmurda is from New York City, New York.
- When was Bobby Shmurda born?
- Bobby Shmurda was born on August 4, 1994, in New York City, New York.
- What kind of music does Bobby Shmurda make?
- Bobby Shmurda's music spans Hip-hop, Brooklyn drill, and Trap.
- Is Bobby Shmurda still active?
- Yes — Bobby Shmurda has been active since 2014 and continues to work today.
- What record labels has Bobby Shmurda been associated with?
- Bobby Shmurda has been associated with Epic and GS9.
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