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Capella Grey
Capella Grey in 2021
Background information
Birth name	Curtis Anthony Jackson II
Also known as	The Mayor
Born	(1995-08-02) August 2, 1995 (age 29) New Rochelle, New York, US
Origin	The Bronx, New York, US
Genres	R&B dancehall hip hop
Occupations	Singer songwriter rapper record producer
Instruments	Piano guitar drums bass guitar saxophone
Years active	2016–present
Labels	Allepac the Family 10K Projects Capitol (former)

Curtis Anthony Jackson II (born August 2, 1995), known professionally as Capella Grey, is an American singer, songwriter, rapper and record producer from the Bronx, New York. He is the founder of Allepac the Family and released two songwriter mixtapes in 2020 and received widespread recognition in 2021 with his breakout single "Gyalis". His debut album, Vibe Responsibly, Vol. 1 was released on June 21, 2024, after signing a record deal with 10K Projects.

Early life

Curtis Jackson II was born on August 2, 1995, in New Rochelle, New York. He grew up in a Jamaican family and started playing instruments at a young age, learning how to play music from church. He developed his musical career in Mount Vernon, New York after graduating high school.

Musical career

2016–2020: Career beginnings and early mixtapes

Capella Grey started his musical career writing and producing for other artists, including "Love You Better" by King Combs featuring Chris Brown. He signed an R&B girl group called Rèign to Allepac Records, and wrote and produced their debut album released in 2019. On January 8, 2020, he released his debut mixtape Yea Nah I'm Out, followed by his second mixtape The QuaranTape Vibe 1.

2021–2022: "Gyalis" and breakthrough

On January 4, 2021, he released the single "Gyalis", which samples Juvenile's "Back That Azz Up". The song went viral in New York and on social media platforms, spawning unofficial remixes from A Boogie wit da Hoodie, Kranium, Tory Lanez, Angel and Haile, among others. The song reached number 10 on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart, and was called the "song of the summer" by multiple publications. The official remix was released on October 1, 2021, featuring Popcaan and Chris Brown. Later that month on October 15, 2021 Capella was featured on fellow New York rapper DreamDoll‘s single ‘You Know My Body’, the song was a hit and received heavy radio play in New York. He signed with Capitol in 2021, saying they are "not trying to change me as an artist to meet the standards or expectations of music now, which is why I went with them." He also said, "they are a great team of record breakers and I am excited to work with them."

On December 17, 2021, Capella Grey released the single "Talk Nice". On March 18, 2022, he released the single "Confujawn" with Nija. On May 6, he released the music video for "Sas Crise" featuring Alayzha Sky and Ghost, and directed by Mikey Scho. On June 10, Capella Grey released the single "OT" featuring Ty Dolla Sign.

He appeared on Chris Brown's album Breezy, on the song "Till The Wheels Fall Off" featuring Lil Durk. On July 1, he was featured on DJ Drama's single "Forever" featuring Fabolous, Benny the Butcher, and Jim Jones. Capella Grey was the opening act for Joey Badass on a 20-date summer concert tour, the 1999-2000 Tour. On July 22, he also featured on the song "Welcome Back" with Joey Badass and Chris Brown, on the album 2000.

2023–present: Vibe Responsibly, Vol. 1

In January 2023, Capella Grey announced the tentative release date for his debut album for January 27 which was later delayed. On July 17, 2023, Capella Grey released the EP Here, Damn as a teaser and placeholder before his debut. In October 2023, he released two singles independently, "How I Am" and "Baechester". On December 18, he released his first Holiday album titled Nah It’s Brick: A Holiday Vibe.

In May 2024, Capella Grey announced the release date for his anticipated debut album. On June 11, he released the single "Strings" with Fivio Foreign and French Montana under his new licensing deal with 10K Projects. On June 21, he released his debut album Vibe Responsibly, Vol. 1 including features from Jaewon, Young M.A, Jacquees, Cash Cobain, Jada Kingdom, DreamDoll, Journey Montana, Tone Stith, Tory Lanez and Skillibeng, among others.

Artistry

Capella Grey described his musical style as "singing at the tempo of a rapper", and cited Kranium, Ty Dolla Sign, Charlie Wilson, Jodeci, Diddy, 50 Cent, and Dipset as his musical influences.

Allepac the Family

Allepac the Family ("Capella" spelled backwards) is an American record label based in New York City founded by Capella Grey. He calls the genre of the label's music "RNBOP", which was coined by his frequent collaborator BBearded.

Discography

Albums

Extended plays

Mixtapes

Singles

As lead artist

As featured artist

Other charted songs

Guest appearances

Writing discography

Production discography

Filmography

Film and television

Music videos

As lead artist

As featured artist

Tours

Supporting

• 1999-2000 Tour (Joey Badass) (2022)

Awards and nominations

Notes

1. "Seduce" did not enter the Billboard Hot 100, but peaked at number 20 on the Bubbling Under Hot 100 chart.

References

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2. "Capella Grey Is No Longer Taking A Back Seat To The Music Industry". Bossip. October 5, 2021.
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4. F., Arden. "Capella Grey's Energy Is Perfect For Our Movement!". Four Side NY.
5. "Allepac Records Presents Girl Group Reign". August 28, 2018.
6. OTV Studios. "OTV LIVE Episode #048 - Allepac Records" – via YouTube.
7. Benoit, Kevin (December 10, 2021). "The Story of Capella Grey – An Undeniable Force Rises". Parlé Mag.
8. Lamarre, Carl. "Capella Grey Wants to Rewrite Hip-Hop History: 'I Feel Like We're Cheating Right Now'". Billboard.
9. Andeson, Trevor (November 12, 2021). "Capella Grey's 'Gyalis' Hits Top 10 on Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs Chart". Billboard. Retrieved November 23, 2021.
10. Baugh, Claudine (September 28, 2021). "Capella Grey Announces 'Gyalis' Remix With Popcaan, Chris Brown". Dancehallmag. Retrieved November 23, 2021.
11. "DreamDoll and Capella Grey link up for "You Know My Body" visual".
12. "Capella Grey's Music Sounds Like a New York Summer". Vice. July 2, 2021.
13. "Capella Grey, born Gyalis". Jamaica Observer. September 17, 2021.
14. "Capella Grey says they should "Talk Nice" in new video". Revolt.
15. "Capella Grey And Nija Want No 'Confujawn' Through Romance In Their Flirtatious New Video". Uproxx. March 19, 2022.
16. "Capella Grey Releases New Visual, "SAS CRISE" ft. Alayzha Sky and Ghost". This Is 50. May 6, 2022.
17. "Capella Grey Announces His Upcoming Single 'OT' Featuring Ty Dolla Sign". Uproxx. May 26, 2022.
18. "Chris Brown Reveals "Breezy" Tracklist featuring Lil Durk, Fivio Foreign, Lil Wayne & More". All Hip Hop. June 23, 2022.
19. "DJ Drama Drops "Forever" Ft. Jim Jones, Benny The Butcher, Fabolous, & Capella Grey". Hotnewhiphop. July 2022.
20. "Joey Bada$$ announces new album and North American summer tour". The Fader.
21. "JOEY BADA$$ TAPS DIDDY, CHRIS BROWN, WESTSIDE GUNN + MORE FOR '2000' TRACKLIST". HipHopDX. July 20, 2022.
22. "Capella Grey speaks on pushing "Gyalis" for 2 years before releasing a project, almost getting kicked off Chris Brown's album, NYC R&B". Revolt.
23. "Capella Grey teases debut album with cohesive EP 'HERE, Damn.'". RemixdMagazine.
24. "IS CAPELLA GREY THE INDUSTRY'S NEXT MUSICAL GENIUS?". WhatsTheWord.
25. "Capella Grey drops holiday album, 'Nah It's Brick: A Holiday Vibe'". DeltaPlexNews.
26. "Capella Grey Previews Upcoming Album With "Strings" Featuring French Montana & Fivio Foreign". HotNewHipHop.
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29. Hot 97. "Capella Grey on A.Boogie Remixing Gyalis, Andre 3000 and Relationship Insecurities" – via YouTube.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
30. OTV Studios. "Who is BBEARDED? BBeareded speaks on working with Capella Grey , Justin Timberlake and his childhood" – via YouTube.
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35. "DreamDoll and Capella Grey link up for "You Know My Body" visual". Revolt.
36. "Seduce" – via Apple Music.
37. "Russ Chart History: Bubbling Under Hot 100". Billboard. Archived from the original on August 23, 2019. Retrieved October 19, 2021.
38. "NZ Hot Singles Chart". Recorded Music NZ. July 4, 2022. Retrieved July 2, 2022.
39. "Mutual" – via Apple Music.
40. "Painful Silence" – via Apple Music.
41. "1hunnid" – via Apple Music.
42. "Too Late" – via Apple Music.
43. "DRIVER" – via Apple Music.
44. "Still My Baby" – via Apple Music.
45. "Let Me Know" – via Apple Music.
46. "Jim Jones and Maino join forces for 'The Lobby Boyz' project". Revolt.
47. ^ "2021 Soul Train Awards: 3 Things to Know About Soul Train Awards' "Best New Artist" Nominee Capella Grey". BET.
48. ^ "Ii, Say That - Rèign". Tidal.
49. "Intro - Tierra B." Tidal.
50. "Toxic - Miriam Sintim". Tidal.
51. "Perfect Girl - Karyl". Tidal.
52. "Incoming Call - Khaleel Rei". Tidal.
53. "BWTV – 4 Square Peace Project". Black Westchester. December 2016.
54. "Flexx". Tidal.

• 1995 births
• Living people
• American musicians of Jamaican descent
• African-American songwriters
• African-American male rappers
• 21st-century American rappers
• 21st-century American singers
• 21st-century African-American male singers
• 21st-century American male singers
• American male rappers
• American male singers
• American male songwriters
• American hip-hop singers
• American rappers of Jamaican descent
• East Coast hip-hop musicians
• Rappers from the Bronx
• Songwriters from New York (state)
• Record producers from New York (state)
• Musicians from New York (state)
• Musicians from Mount Vernon, New York