사용자:구순돌/연습장/코타 더 프렌드

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구순돌/연습장/코타 더 프렌드
기본 정보
출생1992년 10월 16일(1992-10-16)(31세)
New York City, U.S.
직업
  • Rapper
  • singer
  • songwriter
  • record producer
  • videographer
장르
활동 시기2015–present
레이블FLTBYS
관련 활동Statik Selektah
웹사이트kotathefriend.com

Avery Marcel Joshua Jones (born October 16, 1992), known by his stage name Kota The Friend, is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer, born and raised in Brooklyn, New York.[1] He got his stage name from the Disney movie Brother Bear and is actually a Native American word "Koda" meaning friend.[2]

Kota the Friend released his debut mixtape, Palm Tree Liquor in 2016, followed by his second mixtape Paloma Beach in 2017. In 2018, he released his first independent studio album Anything. In 2019, he released Foto, followed by Lyrics to GO, Vol. 1 in January 2020 and Everything in late May. Kota then went on to release Lyrics to GO, Vol.2 in January 2021 and To Kill A Sunrise with Statik Selektah in March 2021.

Early life[편집]

Avery Jones was born on October 16, 1992 in Brooklyn, New York City. Growing up around Brooklyn, he developed an affinity for music, learning keyboard, guitar, and bass. He attended the Brooklyn High School of the Arts and Five Towns College for trumpet. During college, he created the rap trio Nappy Hair, releasing two mixtapes, "Autumn", and "Nappy Hair".[3]

Career[편집]

Kota the Friend has remained an independent act throughout his career—turning down 3 major record labels; instead, creating his own label and apparel store FLTBYS.[1][4] He frequently cites a do-it-yourself mentality, such as filming his own music videos, recording within a home setup, and producing most of his discography.[5] His mentality was fueled by a desire for freedom and to avoid the sense of musical confinement.

In his third studio album Foto, Kota featured appearances from artists Saba and Hello Oshay. Focusing on mellow and jazzy beats, it was praised by many for its quality and attention to detail. Foto was ranked the 17th best hip-hop album of 2019 by Rolling Stone.[6] He subsequently embarked on his first headlining tour, called the Foto Tour.[7]

His fourth studio album, Everything, featured appearances from artists such as Joey Badass, Bas, and KYLE, among others. In addition, he featured actress Lupita Nyong'o and actor Lakeith Stanfield in interludes. The album went on to peak at number 162 on the Billboard 200,[8] becoming his first album to chart.

Personal life[편집]

In a Genius interview, Kota the Friend cited Jay-Z, Nasty C, Kid Cudi, Bob Dylan, The Beatles and others as musical influences.[9]

Kota the Friend has one son.[10]

Kota practices veganism periodically to cleanse himself and put himself in a better mindset.[11]

Discography[편집]

Studio albums[편집]

Title Details Peak chart positions
US
Billboard 200[8] Album Sales[12]
Anything.
  • Released: February 15, 2018
  • Label: FLTBYS
  • Formats: Digital download, streaming
 — —
Foto
  • Released: May 15, 2019
  • Label: FLTBYS
  • Formats: Digital download, streaming
 — —
Lyrics to Go Vol.1
  • Released: January 20, 2020
  • Label: FLTBYS
  • Formats: Digital download, streaming
 — —
Everything
  • Released: May 22, 2020
  • Label: FLTBYS
  • Formats: Digital download, streaming
 162 31
Lyrics to Go Vol.2
  • Released: January 18, 2021
  • Label: FLTBYS
  • Formats: Digital download, streaming
 — —
To Kill a Sunrise
(with Statik Selektah)
  • Released: March 19, 2021
  • Label: FLTBYS
  • Formats: Digital download, streaming
 — —
Lyrics to Go Vol.3
  • Released: January 14, 2022
  • Label: FLTBYS
  • Formats: Digital download, streaming
 — —

References[편집]

  1. ↑ 가 나 Healy, Sean. “Kota the Friend Is Perfectly Happy With Living the Indie Life: 'I Know How the Game Works'”. 《Billboard》. 2020년 5월 29일에 확인함. 
  2. ↑ 《Making It: Kota The Friend Interview | Pigeons & Planes》 (영어), 2022년 5월 12일에 확인함 
  3. ↑ Chesman, Donna. “Kota the Friend Has a Heart of Gold: Interview”. 《DJBooth》. 2020년 6월 6일에 확인함. 
  4. ↑ “Brooklyn Hip Hop Artist Kota The Friend Launches FLTBYS Apparel Website With Pop Up Showcase Event Friday May 18, 2018”. 《Brooklyn Buzz》. 
  5. ↑ Bhanot, Ankita. “To Kota The Friend, Home In Brooklyn Is 'Everything'”. 《TheKnockTurnal》. 
  6. ↑ Klinkenberg, Brendan. “20 Best Hip-Hop Albums of 2019”. 《Billboard》. 2020년 6월 2일에 확인함. 
  7. ↑ “KOTA The Friend - 2022 Australia & New Zealand Tour”. 《Illusive Presents》 (미국 영어). 2022년 5월 12일에 확인함. 
  8. ↑ 가 나 “Billboard 200 Chart History”. 《Billboard》. 2021년 1월 8일에 확인함. 
  9. ↑ Jones, Avery. “Kota the Friend”. 《Genius》. 2020년 5월 29일에 확인함. 
  10. ↑ Scott, Ruby. “Kota the Friend Continues to Pave His Own Path in 'Everything' [Q&A]”. 《Onestowatch》. 2020년 9월 5일에 확인함. 
  11. ↑ 《Kota the Friend Interview: Never Signing, Voting Lil Nas X for President, 'FOTO' | The Lunch Table》 (영어), 2022년 5월 12일에 확인함 
  12. ↑ “Billboard Current Album Sales History”. 《Billboard》. 2021년 1월 8일에 확인함. 
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