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Chad Lamont Butler (December 29, 1973 — December 4, 2007), better known by his stage name Pimp C, was an American rapper, singer, and producer. Pimp C is best known for his work with Bun B as a founding member of the Underground Kingz (UGK) and is widely considered a pioneer of the signature Houston, Texas scene and sound.

Chad Lamont Butler was born to Charleston L. and Weslyn Jacob Butler on December 29, 1973 in Beaumont, Texas. Chad's parents were originally from Crowley, Louisiana where its presumed he spent a portion of his early life before moving back to Texas. He attended public schools in the Port Arthur Independent School District. Chad’s interest in music surfaced at an early age. Given the onset and grass root popularity of urban music, Chad knew, as early as nine years old, that he wanted to be a musician. He began playing various musical instruments and received his vocal aptitude in school and church choirs. Over the next several years, with the guidance and encouragement of his step-father, Mr. Norward E. “Bill” Monroe, Chad honed his skills at writing and instrumentation.[2] Butler married Chinara Kushana Jackson on April 29, 2003.[3] The couple has three children, two sons, Chad II and Dahcory; one daughter, Christian.
[edit] Music career
[edit] UGK
Main article: UGK

Butler formed the rap group Underground Kingz (colloquially known as UGK) with best friend Bernard "Bun B" Freeman. In 1987, Jive Records signed UGK and released Too Hard to Swallow, followed by the critically acclaimed Super Tight. The group's third album, Ridin' Dirty, reached #2 on the Billboard Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart,[4] and their momentum was continued with features on the popular singles "Big Pimpin'" with Jay-Z and "Sippin On Some Syrup" by Three 6 Mafia. UGK's fourth album, Dirty Money, was distributed in 2001.

Due to Butler's incarceration in 2002, UGK only released two projects prior to 2004: Side Hustles and the eponymous Underground Kingz, the latter of which spawned the hit single "International Players Anthem (I Choose You)", a collaboration with the Georgia-based rap group OutKast.3
[edit] Arrest and solo debut

In January 2002, Pimp C was sentenced to eight years in prison for violating his probation stemming from an earlier aggravated assault charge.[5] His arrest was widely protested by the hip hop community, who immediately initiated a grassroots "Free Pimp C" campaign.[6] While Pimp C was in prison, Rap-A-Lot Records released Sweet James Jones Stories in 2005, most of which consisted of unreleased freestyle recordings.[5]

Pimp C spent the later portion of his sentence at the Terrell Unit in Brazoria County, Texas and was transferred to the Huntsville Unit a week prior to his release.[7] On December 30, 2005, Pimp C was released from prison and placed on parole until December 2009.[8]
[edit] Death and tributes

Pimp C was found dead in his hotel room in Los Angeles on December 4, 2007. According to the Los Angeles County Coroner, Butler suffered respiratory depression due to an accidental overdose of promethazine and codeine coupled with a preexisting sleep apnea condition. Like many other Southern rappers, Pimp C frequently referenced the recreational consumption of "sizzurp" in his music.[9]

The funeral was held at the Bob Bowers Civic Center in Port Arthur, Texas on December 13, 2007.[2] Port Arthur mayor Deloris Prince, Pimp C's mother Weslyn Monroe, and fellow UGK member Bun B were among the speakers at the service, and the eulogy was delivered by pastor Dr. John R. Randolph. Attendees included many fellow luminaries of the Houston rap scene: Slim Thug, Chamillionaire, Mike Jones, Willie D, Big Gipp, and Webbie.[10]

Bun B continues to pay tribute to Pimp C through his music, including the tracks "You're Everything," a collaboration with Rick Ross, David Banner, and 8Ball and MJG, and "Pop It 4 Pimp" which was produced by Mouse and featured Juvenile and Webbie[11] off of Bun B's 2008 album II Trill. Bun B released the final UGK album, UGK 4 Life, in 2009. UGK 4 Life had been recorded, for the most part, in the time frame between their previous album and the passing of Pimp C.[12]

Macklemore wrote Otherside about the cough syrup epidemic and mentions Pimp C.

During Drake's verse in Bun B's "Put It Down" music video, Pimp C's oldest son Chad Butler II is shown climbing a set of stairs, but the video does not show his face. The chorus and last line of Drake's verse also reference Pimp C.[13]

Pimp C was set to appear in a song titled 'Naked Lady' by Chamillionaire after his wife gave some material to Chamillionaire, however upon realising that Universal Records wanted to take most of the money from the song, leaving little for Butler's family, Chamillionaire returned the material in hopes that it would be sold to someone else for a higher amount of money.

Chamillionaire recently[when?] announced through a hidden message in his mixtape "Major Pain 1.5" that he has gained access to some new unreleased Pimp C content that he plans to put to use.
[edit] Discography
[edit] Albums
[edit] Studio albums
Year Title Peak chart positions Certifications
U.S. U.S. R&B U.S. Rap
2005 Sweet James Jones Stories

Released: March 2, 2005
Label: Rap-A-Lot/Asylum
Format: CD, LP, digital download

50 7 3
2006 Pimpalation

Released: July 11, 2006
Label: Rap-A-Lot/Asylum
Format: CD, LP, digital download

3 1 1

US: Gold

2008 Greatest Hits

Released: June 3, 2008
Label: Asylum
Format: CD, LP, digital download

- - -
2010 The Naked Soul of Sweet Jones

Released: October 5, 2010
Label: Rap-A-Lot
Format: CD, LP, digital download

25 8 5
2011 Still Pimping

Released: July 12, 2011
Label: Rap-A-Lot
Format: CD, LP, digital download

72 15 8
[edit] Singles
Year Title Chart chart positions Album
U.S. U.S. R&B U.S. Rap
2005 "Is A Playa" (featuring Bun B, Twista, and Z-Ro) 105 — — Sweet James Jones Stories
2006 "I'm Free" — — 12 Pimpalation
" Pourin' Up" (featuring Mike Jones and Bun B) 103 — —
" Knockin' Doorz Down" (featuring P.O.P. and Lil' Keke) 108 — —
[edit] Featured singles
Year Song Peak chart positions Album
U.S. U.S. R&B U.S. Rap
1997 "I Miss My Homies" (Master P featuring Silkk the Shocker and Pimp C) 25 16 2 Ghetto D
1998 "Ghetto Life" (Master P featuring Bun B and Pimp C) — — — Da Last Don
2006 "Get Throwed" (Bun B featuring Jay-Z, Pimp C, Z-Ro, and Young Jeezy) — 49 24 Trill
" Love Song" (Missez featuring Pimp C) — 53 — Single Only
" D-Girl (DopeGirl)" (Brooke Valentine featuring Pimp C) — 92 — Single Only
2009 "Top Notch" (Z-Ro featuring Pimp C) — — — Crack
2010 "Right Now" (Bun B featuring Pimp C, 2Pac & Trey Songz) — — — Trill O.G.
Unreleased "Naked Lady" (Chamillionaire featuring Pimp C) — — — Unknown
[edit] Music videos
Year Title Director
2006 "Pourin' Up" Mr. Boomtown
2007 "Knockin' Doorz Down" Benny Matthews


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	Videos: Pimp C Knockin doors Down Chad Lamont Butler (December 29, 1973 — December 4, 2007), better known by his stage name Pimp C, was an American rapper, singer, and producer. Pimp C is best known for his work with Bun B as a founding member of the Underground Kingz (UGK) and is widely considered a pioneer of the signature Houston, Texas scene and sound. Chad Lamont Butler was born to Charleston L. and Weslyn Jacob Butler on December 29, 1973 in Beaumont, Texas. Chad's parents were originally from Crowley, Louisiana where its presumed he spent a portion of his early life before moving back to Texas. He attended public schools in the Port Arthur Independent School District. Chad’s interest in music surfaced at an early age. Given the onset and grass root popularity of urban music, Chad knew, as early as nine years old, that he wanted to be a musician. He began playing various musical instruments and received his vocal aptitude in school and church choirs. Over the next several years, with the guidance and encouragement of his step-father, Mr. Norward E. “Bill” Monroe, Chad honed his skills at writing and instrumentation.[2] Butler married Chinara Kushana Jackson on April 29, 2003.[3] The couple has three children, two sons, Chad II and Dahcory; one daughter, Christian. [edit] Music career [edit] UGK Main article: UGK Butler formed the rap group Underground Kingz (colloquially known as UGK) with best friend Bernard "Bun B" Freeman. In 1987, Jive Records signed UGK and released Too Hard to Swallow, followed by the critically acclaimed Super Tight. The group's third album, Ridin' Dirty, reached #2 on the Billboard Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart,[4] and their momentum was continued with features on the popular singles "Big Pimpin'" with Jay-Z and "Sippin On Some Syrup" by Three 6 Mafia. UGK's fourth album, Dirty Money, was distributed in 2001. Due to Butler's incarceration in 2002, UGK only released two projects prior to 2004: Side Hustles and the eponymous Underground Kingz, the latter of which spawned the hit single "International Players Anthem (I Choose You)", a collaboration with the Georgia-based rap group OutKast.3 [edit] Arrest and solo debut In January 2002, Pimp C was sentenced to eight years in prison for violating his probation stemming from an earlier aggravated assault charge.[5] His arrest was widely protested by the hip hop community, who immediately initiated a grassroots "Free Pimp C" campaign.[6] While Pimp C was in prison, Rap-A-Lot Records released Sweet James Jones Stories in 2005, most of which consisted of unreleased freestyle recordings.[5] Pimp C spent the later portion of his sentence at the Terrell Unit in Brazoria County, Texas and was transferred to the Huntsville Unit a week prior to his release.[7] On December 30, 2005, Pimp C was released from prison and placed on parole until December 2009.[8] [edit] Death and tributes Pimp C was found dead in his hotel room in Los Angeles on December 4, 2007. According to the Los Angeles County Coroner, Butler suffered respiratory depression due to an accidental overdose of promethazine and codeine coupled with a preexisting sleep apnea condition. Like many other Southern rappers, Pimp C frequently referenced the recreational consumption of "sizzurp" in his music.[9] The funeral was held at the Bob Bowers Civic Center in Port Arthur, Texas on December 13, 2007.[2] Port Arthur mayor Deloris Prince, Pimp C's mother Weslyn Monroe, and fellow UGK member Bun B were among the speakers at the service, and the eulogy was delivered by pastor Dr. John R. Randolph. Attendees included many fellow luminaries of the Houston rap scene: Slim Thug, Chamillionaire, Mike Jones, Willie D, Big Gipp, and Webbie.[10] Bun B continues to pay tribute to Pimp C through his music, including the tracks "You're Everything," a collaboration with Rick Ross, David Banner, and 8Ball and MJG, and "Pop It 4 Pimp" which was produced by Mouse and featured Juvenile and Webbie[11] off of Bun B's 2008 album II Trill. Bun B released the final UGK album, UGK 4 Life, in 2009. UGK 4 Life had been recorded, for the most part, in the time frame between their previous album and the passing of Pimp C.[12] Macklemore wrote Otherside about the cough syrup epidemic and mentions Pimp C. During Drake's verse in Bun B's "Put It Down" music video, Pimp C's oldest son Chad Butler II is shown climbing a set of stairs, but the video does not show his face. The chorus and last line of Drake's verse also reference Pimp C.[13] Pimp C was set to appear in a song titled 'Naked Lady' by Chamillionaire after his wife gave some material to Chamillionaire, however upon realising that Universal Records wanted to take most of the money from the song, leaving little for Butler's family, Chamillionaire returned the material in hopes that it would be sold to someone else for a higher amount of money. Chamillionaire recently[when?] announced through a hidden message in his mixtape "Major Pain 1.5" that he has gained access to some new unreleased Pimp C content that he plans to put to use. [edit] Discography [edit] Albums [edit] Studio albums Year Title Peak chart positions Certifications U.S. U.S. R&B U.S. Rap 2005 Sweet James Jones Stories Released: March 2, 2005 Label: Rap-A-Lot/Asylum Format: CD, LP, digital download 50 7 3 2006 Pimpalation Released: July 11, 2006 Label: Rap-A-Lot/Asylum Format: CD, LP, digital download 3 1 1 US: Gold 2008 Greatest Hits Released: June 3, 2008 Label: Asylum Format: CD, LP, digital download - - - 2010 The Naked Soul of Sweet Jones Released: October 5, 2010 Label: Rap-A-Lot Format: CD, LP, digital download 25 8 5 2011 Still Pimping Released: July 12, 2011 Label: Rap-A-Lot Format: CD, LP, digital download 72 15 8 [edit] Singles Year Title Chart chart positions Album U.S. U.S. R&B U.S. Rap 2005 "Is A Playa" (featuring Bun B, Twista, and Z-Ro) 105 — — Sweet James Jones Stories 2006 "I'm Free" — — 12 Pimpalation " Pourin' Up" (featuring Mike Jones and Bun B) 103 — — " Knockin' Doorz Down" (featuring P.O.P. and Lil' Keke) 108 — — [edit] Featured singles Year Song Peak chart positions Album U.S. U.S. R&B U.S. Rap 1997 "I Miss My Homies" (Master P featuring Silkk the Shocker and Pimp C) 25 16 2 Ghetto D 1998 "Ghetto Life" (Master P featuring Bun B and Pimp C) — — — Da Last Don 2006 "Get Throwed" (Bun B featuring Jay-Z, Pimp C, Z-Ro, and Young Jeezy) — 49 24 Trill " Love Song" (Missez featuring Pimp C) — 53 — Single Only " D-Girl (DopeGirl)" (Brooke Valentine featuring Pimp C) — 92 — Single Only 2009 "Top Notch" (Z-Ro featuring Pimp C) — — — Crack 2010 "Right Now" (Bun B featuring Pimp C, 2Pac & Trey Songz) — — — Trill O.G. Unreleased "Naked Lady" (Chamillionaire featuring Pimp C) — — — Unknown [edit] Music videos Year Title Director 2006 "Pourin' Up" Mr. Boomtown 2007 "Knockin' Doorz Down" Benny Matthews
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