Bow Wow

Bow Wow, born Shad Moss, is an American rapper, actor and television personality from Columbus, Ohio, who broke onto the scene as a child prodigy mentored by Jermaine Dupri and his So So Def label. Performing initially as Lil’ Bow Wow, he scored an early hit with «Bounce With Me» before the title track from his debut album, «Bow Wow (That’s My Name)», established him as one of the youngest stars in mainstream hip-hop.

As he transitioned out of his child-star phase and dropped the «Lil'» from his name, Bow Wow continued to rack up hits blending radio-friendly rap with R&B sensibilities, often built around themes of romance and youthful swagger. Songs like «Like You», «Let Me Hold You» and «Shortie Like Mine» showcased his ability to work smoothly alongside R&B vocalists, while «Ain’t Thinkin’ ‘Bout You» and «Outta My System» reflected his continued evolution as a solo artist into his twenties.

Beyond music, Bow Wow built a substantial acting career, appearing in films aimed at younger audiences, and later became a well-known television and media personality, hosting and appearing across various entertainment programs. Tracks such as «Basketball» and «Fresh Azimiz» remain fan favorites from his catalog, cementing his legacy as one of the defining teen-rap stars of the early 2000s.