Who is C Blu?
C Blu is an American upcoming rapper, who came to prominence with such songs as “Night in the Yams” and “No Ozone” among others.
C Blu Wiki: Age, Childhood, and Education
Born Carment Williams on 6 June 2005, in The Bronx, New York City USA, he was raised by a single mother Monique McGriff in the Tremont neighborhood of the Bronx. He hasn’t talked much about his early life, but it’s known that he has a brother and a sister. His educational background is a mystery.
C Blu was interested in music from an early age, and has cited Erykah Badu, Michale Jackson, and The Roots as his influences.
Career Beginnings
Like many young artists of the present day, C Blu started making music and uploading snippets of his music on social media platforms. His uploads quickly gained traction, which encouraged him to make full songs.
It was in 2019 that he released his debut EP “The Blue Wave”, for which he received rave reviews. His early work was loved by the public, and he followed it with the release of the second EP “The Red Tape” in 2020, while in 2021 he released the EP “BLUTAPE, Vol. 1”, which spawned such hits as “Right Now”, “Color Blind”, and “Brain Shot”, among others.
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— CBlu (@CBlu_180) January 29, 2022
Rise to Stardom
His popularity was gradually increasing, and it was in 2021 that he rose to stardom with the release of the song “No Ozone”, a collaboration with Set Da Trend. In no time the song became a hit on Spotify and other streaming platforms, with millions of streams.
He continued the trend with new songs, each becoming more popular than the previous one. In 2022 he released his full-length album “Legendary Blu”, with hit songs such as “Fresh Home”, “No Ozone, PT. 3”, among others.
Continued Success
C Blu has continued to amaze the public with new creations, releasing the studio album “Everybody Hates Blue” in 2023, which spawned such hits as “Paradise”, “Psa”, “Stupidity”, and “I Need You”, and others. Moreover, before 2023 ended, he released the single “4 Demons”, a collaboration with KK Spinnin, Ljay GZZ, and Kdot Keep.
YouTube Popularity
C Blu has become a sensation on YouTube too, with more than 138,000 subscribers on this video-sharing platform. He’s used his popularity to promote his music, sharing videos for his songs., which so far have been viewed more than 37 million views. Some of his most popular videos include “C Blu x Set Da Trend – No Ozone (shot by KLO Vizionz)” with 8.4 million views, then “C Blu x Set Da Trend – No Ozone Pt 2 (Shot By KLO Vizionz) (Music“, which has been viewed 7.4 million views, “C Blu – BLU BOP (Official Video)“, with 2.3 million views, and “C Blu x Set Da Trend – No Ozone Pt 3 (Official Video)“, which has also been viewed 2.3 million times, among many other videos that have increased his popularity.
TikTok Popularity
C Blu isn’t just making waves with his music. Since becoming a celebrity, he‘s built quite a TikTok following. With around 290,000 followers and over 3.7 million likes on his videos, he’s made a name for himself on the platform. In addition to sharing short music clips, he gives fans a peek into his life, sharing snippets that highlight his endeavors.
Controversy, Legal Problems, Death Hoax
In 2022, the rapper faced a legal incident when he was arrested in The Bronx for allegedly shooting an NYPD officer. The confrontation escalated as he resisted police instructions, resulting in the gun discharging, injuring himself, and Officer Kaseem Pennant’s leg. C Blu’s mom defended him, claiming the firearm wasn’t his and that he was unfairly targeted, stressing that he was a minor.
The rapper’s legal history includes a January 2022 shooting incident, responding to reports of a disorderly crowd. Despite being on probation, he was charged with attempted murder, but posted a $250,000 bond from an advance on his recording contract with Interscope Records. His case was unexpectedly dropped in May, sparking questions about legal proceedings.
The legal drama continued when C Blu found himself back in trouble in September 2022. Arrested in The Bronx, he was seen fumbling with his waistband, leading to a routine car stop. Police discovered a loaded handgun on him, resulting in charges of criminal possession of weapons and obstructing government administration. This incident added to a series of gun-related arrests, including the prior case involving the shooting of Officer Pennant.
Amidst these challenges, C Blu faced a death hoax on TikTok, causing distress among fans. Rumors suggested that he was killed at a Red Lobster restaurant, fueled by his past encounters with the police. However, he responded promptly on TikTok, dancing to a song and using a skeleton emoji to address the death speculation. Active on Instagram, he assured followers of his well-being, promoting merchandise, and sharing moments of his life, while also an image with a firearm.
Net Worth
According to authoritative sources, C Blu’s net worth is estimated at $500,000, as of early 2024.
Personal Life, Dating, Girlfriend, Single
When it comes to his personal life, C Blu is very secretive about it. According to some sources, he’s currently single and solely focused on his rising career.
Appearance and Body Measurements
C Blu has black hair, but is known for his long blonde and black braids, and he has brown eyes. He stands at a height of 5ft 7ins (1.7m), while he weighs approximately 145lbs (65kgs). His vital statistics are unknown, but he has an average figure.
