Bow Wow
Bow Wow
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Shad Gregory Moss was born on March 9, 1987. He is commonly known by his stage name Bow Wow, which he adopted at the age of three.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born: March 9, 1987
Status: Alive
Nationality and Profession(s)
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American rapper, actor, television host, and social media influencer. He is best known for his rap career as a teen artist in the early 2000s.
Early Life and Background
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Bow Wow was born to Joyce and Calvin Moss in Columbus, Ohio. His father abandoned the family when Bow Wow was just two years old, leaving him and his mother to fend for themselves. Despite these challenges, Bow Wow's mother ensured that her son focused on his music career from an early age.
Major Accomplishments
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Bow Wow released his debut album Beware of Dog in 2000 at the tender age of 13, becoming one of the youngest rappers to achieve a platinum record. The album featured the hit single "Sittin' Home." He continued to release successful albums throughout the early 2000s, including Doggy Bag (2005) and New Jack City II (2011). Bow Wow also made appearances in various films and television shows, such as Roll Bounce, Entourage, and CSI: NY.
Notable Works or Actions
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Bow Wow's rise to fame was not without controversy. In 2007, he faced criticism for his relationship with actress Erica Mena when he was just 20 years old, while she was 31. The power imbalance sparked debate about their age difference and the objectification of women.
Impact and Legacy
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Bow Wow's impact on hip-hop as a teen artist paved the way for other young rappers to follow in his footsteps. His early success demonstrated that it is possible for teenagers to achieve mainstream recognition through music.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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As one of the most influential figures in hip-hop, Bow Wow has been quoted and referenced by fans and critics alike due to his impact on the genre as a teenager. His legacy serves as inspiration for aspiring rappers and artists everywhere.
Quotes by Bow Wow
At the end of the day, I want to spend time with my daughter, and this schedule enables me to do that while still having fun hosting '106 & Park.' I'm not really eager to get back into music just yet; I'm really eager to get into another movie before I put out an album.
To the world, I'm Bow Wow. When I leave here and I go to L.A., and I go to my daughter's house and I sit with her, I feel like Shad. I'm not Bow; I'm 'Daddy.' It's, like, the illest feeling in the world. I feel like I'm away from everything.
I was one of the first artists to make a buzz about '106 & Park.' If it wasn't for that show, I wouldn't be the entertainer that I am today.
I'm in a 'I can do whatever' phase. I'm taking this '106 & Park' opportunity into full force. I'm really focused on doing my best with it. This is my 'Fresh Prince' moment. I want to be the black Ryan Seacrest of film, TV, and more.
Anyone who knows me knows how much time I spend on computers. I'm a computer addict. Every young person deserves to have a computer in his or her home. It's also cool that CFY will also make sure that they learn how to use them.
I never acted out with my actions to show people that I'm getting grown, you never see me with a cigarette, or see me wilding out or doing anything like that.
Want me to sell my soul, just so I can go gold. You can have the cars, clothes the jewerlies, the houses and hos. Cats do anything for a little bit of fame and a little bit of change. Industry snakes, they ain't friendly. Thought she loved me, she just tricked me.
