Videos: J-Kwon

Tipsy

Jerrell Jones, better known by his stage name J-Kwon, is an American rapper from St. Louis best known for his 2004 hit single "Tipsy". Jones' rap technique resembles that of a nursery rhyme, with his song "Tipsy" being particularly reminiscent of One, Two, Buckle My Shoe.

Jones was expelled from school when he was 12. He allegedly was dealing illegal drugs at this period. Overnight, he slept at friends homes and in cars; after winning one rap battle, his rival Keith Bolden who is known for his seemily amazing feats had friends attack him resulting in a broken jaw. J-Kwon first rose to stardom with his single "Tipsy" from his 2004 album Hood Hop, which peaked at #7 on the Billboard 200.[4] The first single from the album, "Tipsy", peaked at #2 in his native United States and at #4 in the United Kingdom. Other singles included "You & Me" with Sadiyyah and "Hood Hop". As of March 3, 2010, he was considered missing. The following day he released a statement stating that he was taking a break from the spotlight and he was sorry for any problems it caused. He also went on to state that he appreciated all the love from the fans.

For the 2005 film XXX: State of the Union, J-Kwon performed the single "Get XXX'd" with Petey Pablo and Ebony Eyez. J-Kwon began working on the follow-up to Hood Hop, Louisville Slugger, that year also.[5] He collaborated with comedian Andy Milonakis in "Like Dis", to promote The Andy Milonakis Show, and appeared on Bow Wow's single "Fresh Azimiz".In 2008, he released a single "Boo Boo" through his own label Hood Hop Music with album Hood Hop 2 following the next year exclusively for digital download.[6] Follow-up Hood Hop 2.5 was released on CD on July 28, 2009. Its first official single was "Louie Bounce (I Smacked Nikki)".[7]

According to a 3 March report from his record company he had been missing since early February 2010.[1] Later in March 2010, MTV News reported that he had gotten in touch with his record label, Gracie Entertainment, saying he is alive and well.[8] He was later quoted as saying he was "just taking some time out."[9] J-Kwon released his fourth studio album on March 23, 2010, entitled J-Kwon.[10]
Discography
Albums
Year Title Chart positions[11] RIAA certification[12]
US US R&B US Rap
2004 Hood Hop

Released: April 6, 2004
Label: So So Def Recordings, Arista Records
Format: CD, LP, digital download

7 4 * US: Gold
2009 Hood Hop 2

Released: February 17, 2009
Label: Hood Hop Music
Format: digital download

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Hood Hop 2.5

Released: July 28, 2009
Label: Hood Hop Music/Gracie Productions/EMI
Format: CD, LP, digital download

— 60[13] 23[14] —
2010 J-Kwon

Released: March 23, 2010
Label: Hood Hop Music/Gracie Productions/ONE Records
Format: CD, LP, digital download

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Singles
Year Title Chart positions RIAA certification[12] Album
US US R&B US Rap UK[15]
2004 "Tipsy" 2 2 1 4 Gold Hood Hop
" You & Me" (featuring Sadiyyah) 58 70 21 — —
" Hood Hop" 101 52 — — —
2005 "Get XXX'd" (featuring Ebony Eyez & Petey Pablo) — 95 — — — XXX: State of the Union (soundtrack)
2008 "Boo-Boo (Holdin' Me Down)"[16] — — — — — Hood Hop 2
2009 "Fly"[17] — — — — — Hood Hop 2.5
" Louie Bounce (I Smacked Nikki)"[18] — — — — —
" Tipsy '09"[19] — — — — —
As featured performer
Year Title Chart positions Album
US US R&B US Rap
2005 "Fresh Azimiz" (Bow Wow featuring J-Kwon & Jermaine Dupri) 23 13 6 Wanted
Guest appearances
Year Song Artist(s) Album[20]
2004 "Ima Pimp" Rob Gold Windows 2 a Soul
" Shorty" O'Ryan O'Ryan
2005 "Fresh Azimiz" Bow Wow, Jermaine Dupri Wanted
2008 "In the Hood" Chain Gang Parolees Game