Tauheed K. Epps, widely known as 2 Chainz, is an American rapper and actor from College Park, Georgia. He first gained attention as part of the duo Playaz Circle, best known for their hit “Duffle Bag Boy” with Lil Wayne. Launching his solo career in 2012 with Def Jam, 2 Chainz quickly rose to prominence with singles like “No Lie” featuring Drake and “Birthday Song” featuring Kanye West, both earning double platinum status. His debut album Based on a T.R.U. Story topped the Billboard 200, and he continued his success with projects like Pretty Girls Like Trap Music, ColleGrove, and a collaborative album with Lil Wayne, Welcome 2 Collegrove. Beyond music, 2 Chainz is a Grammy winner, multiple BET award recipient, and was the host of the luxury lifestyle series Most Expensivest on Vice TV. He left Def Jam in 2024, further cementing his status as a leading figure in hip-hop.