Chamillionaire

Dubbed "the Mixtape Messiah," Houston's Chamillionaire rose to prominence in the mainstream rap scene during the city's 2005 takeover. Known for his deep, versatile voice and lyrical prowess, Chamillionaire had already garnered a loyal following and print coverage through a series of successful mixtapes. Before signing with Universal, he founded the Chamilitary label and collaborated with artists like Paul Wall, achieving commercial success with albums like Get Ya Mind Correct and The Sound of Revenge, which produced the hit single "Ridin'" that topped the Billboard chart and earned Grammy nominations. His follow-up album, Ultimate Victory, was released in 2007.

Chamillionaire, born Hakeem Sediki, made his mark in the music industry as a major-label artist with The Sound of Revenge in 2005, following the success of fellow Houston rappers like Mike Jones, Slim Thug, and Paul Wall. With his distinctive voice and songwriting skills, he quickly gained recognition and commercial success, selling over 100,000 copies of his collaborative album with Paul Wall. Chamillionaire's entrepreneurial spirit led him to establish the Chamilitary label and mentor aspiring artists like Rasaq and 50/50 Twin. His continued success in the industry was solidified with the release of his second album, Ultimate Victory, in 2007, further cementing his status as a prominent figure in the rap scene.