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Marques HoustonAmerican rapper
Date of Birth: 04.08.1981
Country:  USA |
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Biography of Marques Houston
Marques Barrett Houston, born on August 4, 1981, in Los Angeles, USA, is an American rapper and a prominent representative of the R&B music genre. His musical journey began when he formed the group "Immature" alongside musicians Jerome "Romeo" Jones and Kelton Kessee, with Chris Stokes as their manager. It was during this time that Houston earned the nickname "Batman."
Early Life and Career
Tragedy struck in 1997 when Houston's mother passed away from cancer. This event deeply affected him and became a significant inspiration for his early works. Houston channeled his emotions, thoughts, and hopes into his music as he struggled to come to terms with the loss of a loved one.
The formation of the group "Immature" in 1992 marked the start of Houston's musical recognition. The group released their debut album titled "Immature: On Our Worst Behavior," followed by albums like "Playtyme Is Over," "We Got It," and "The Journey." However, towards the late 1990s, the group underwent changes, leading Houston to contemplate pursuing a solo career.
Solo Career and Success
In 2002, with the disbandment of "Immature," Marques Houston transitioned into a successful solo singer and producer. His influential connections and relationships made this transition relatively smooth. In 2003, he released his first solo album titled "MH," followed by albums like "Naked" and "Veteran." Notably, Houston takes on the role of producer for his music, showcasing his talent and versatility.
Houston's upcoming album, "Mr. Houston," planned for release in 2009, promises new songs and updated versions of his previous work. Among his popular songs are "That Girl," "Clubbin," "Because of You," "Like This," "Circle," and "Wonderful." One of his recent hits includes the song "Sunset."
Furthermore, Houston has collaborated with numerous rappers and pop artists, recording songs with notable personalities such as Joe Budden, Young Rome, Young Joc, and Jermaine Dupri. Additionally, he has ventured into acting and has appeared in films like "You Got Served," "Fat Albert," "Somebody Help Me," and "Sister Code."
Personal Life
For a significant period, Marques Houston was in a relationship with actress Jennifer Freeman. In November 2007, they even announced their engagement, but a few months later, Houston decided to call off the engagement.
Overall, Marques Houston's talent and versatility have made him a respected figure in the music industry, both as a solo artist and as a member of the group "Immature."
