Ginuwine
Elgin Baylor Lumpkin
Ginuwine is an American singer from Washington, District of Columbia active since 1996.
- Profession
- Singer, Songwriter, Actor
- Born
- October 15, 1970
- Years active
- 1996–present
Early life
A Washington, D.C. native, Elgin Lumpkin partnered with producer Timbaland to craft a futuristic R&B sound.
Career
His debut single "Pony" became a signature hit, and albums like "The Bachelor" and "100% Ginuwine" cemented his late-1990s stardom; he later joined the supergroup TGT.
Major achievements
He charted multiple platinum albums as a leading voice of Timbaland's innovative R&B wave.
Legacy
Ginuwine's sleek, Timbaland-produced hits helped define the cutting edge of late-1990s R&B.
References
Frequently asked questions about Ginuwine
- What is Ginuwine known for?
- Ginuwine is an American singer from Washington, District of Columbia active since 1996. Ginuwine is recognized as a singer, songwriter, and actor.
- Where is Ginuwine from?
- Ginuwine is from Washington, District of Columbia.
- When was Ginuwine born?
- Ginuwine was born on October 15, 1970, in Washington, District of Columbia.
- What kind of music does Ginuwine make?
- Ginuwine's music spans R&B, Hip-hop soul, and Pop.
- Is Ginuwine still active?
- Yes — Ginuwine has been active since 1996 and continues to work today.
- What record labels has Ginuwine been associated with?
- Ginuwine has been associated with 550, Epic, and Sony.
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