Smino, born Christopher Smith Jr. on October 2, 1991, in St. Louis, Missouri, is a multifaceted American rapper, singer, and songwriter who has significantly influenced the contemporary music scene. Growing up in a musically inclined family—his father played keys, his mother sang, and his grandfather was a bassist for blues legend Muddy Waters—Smino was immersed in music from an early age. At seven, he began playing drums in his church band, laying the foundation for his rhythmic prowess. After graduating from Hazelwood Central High School in 2010, Smino moved to Chicago to attend Columbia College Chicago. There, he connected with his cousin, singer Drea Smith, and met engineer Chris "Classick" Innumerable, who would become his manager. In Chicago, Smino co-founded the musical collective Zero Fatigue in 2014, alongside artists like Monte Booker, Jay2, and Ravyn Lenae, fostering a creative community that blended hip-hop, neo-soul, and electro-funk elements.
Smino's discography reflects his artistic evolution and versatility. He debuted with the mixtape "Smeezy Dot Com" in 2012, followed by two EPs in 2015: "S!Ck S!Ck S!Ck" and "blkjuptr," which began to garner attention for their innovative sound. His first studio album, "blkswn," released on March 14, 2017, received critical acclaim for its unique fusion of genres and introspective lyrics. The album features standout tracks like "Anita" and "Wild Irish Roses." Smino continued to build on this success with his sophomore album, "NØIR," released on November 8, 2018, which peaked at number 191 on the Billboard 200. This project included fan favorites such as "L.M.F." and "Klink." In 2020, he released the mixtape "She Already Decided," a collection of tracks that showcased his adaptability and creative spontaneity. His third studio album, "Luv 4 Rent," dropped on October 28, 2022, featuring collaborations with artists like J. Cole on the single "90 Proof." Most recently, Smino released his fourth studio album, "Maybe in Nirvana," on December 6, 2024, which includes collaborations with artists such as Bun B, Ravyn Lenae, Thundercat, and Reggie.
In recognition of his contributions to music and culture, Smino was honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award by Harvard University's Black Men's Forum at their Annual Brotherhood Banquet on November 8, 2024. In 2025, Smino is set to embark on the "Kountry Kousins Tour," his first headlining North American tour, featuring special guest Samara Cyn. The tour kicks off on April 23, 2025, at the Commodore Ballroom in Vancouver, Canada, and includes stops in major cities such as Seattle, Los Angeles, Denver, Houston, Atlanta, New York, and Toronto, before concluding on June 22, 2025, at Saint Louis Music Park in his hometown of St. Louis, Missouri. Fans can anticipate dynamic performances featuring a setlist that spans his extensive catalog, including tracks from "Maybe in Nirvana" and earlier hits, promising an engaging and memorable live experience.
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