HIP HOP Hit-Boy

Real Name: Chauncey Alexander Hollis Jr.

Aliases: Tony Fontana

Hit-Boy
BORN:
May 21, 1987
AGE:
38
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

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.