Mr. Cheeks

Terrance Kelly (born March 28, 1971), known professionally as Mr. Cheeks, is an American rapper and radio personality best known for his work with the musical group Lost Boyz, as a solo artist and as a host of the nationally syndicated radio show The Ryan Show FM.

Mr. Cheeks
Birth nameTerrance Kelly
Born (1971-03-28) March 28, 1971
South Jamaica, Queens, New York City, United States
GenresHip hop
InstrumentsVocals
Years active1991–present
LabelsUniversal Records
Associated acts

Biography

1991–2019: Lost Boyz

Mr. Cheeks, who was mentored by his uncle Gil Scott-Heron, along with bandmates Freaky Tah (1971–1999), Spigg Nice and Pretty Lou made up The Lost Boyz. The Lost Boyz practiced a sincere, literate, non-sensational style of New York hip-hop and produced a number of singles including; "Lifestyles of the Rich and Shameless" (1994), "Jeeps, Lex Coups, Bimaz & Benz" (1995) and "Renee" (1996). Lost Boyz gained worldwide critical acclaim following the release of the albums; Legal Drug Money in 1996, Love, Peace & Nappiness in 1997,LB IV Life in 1999 & LB Next Generation in 2019.

2001–09: Solo career

Mr. Cheeks became a solo artist in 2001. His debut solo album, John P. Kelly, named for both his cousin and his grandfather, featured the hit single "Lights, Camera, Action!". The album also included a collaboration with longtime friend and business partner, Stephen Marley, (son of reggae artist Bob Marley) featuring the ballad "Till We Meet Again" (recorded in Freaky Tah's memory) and the reggae-flavored "Mama Say”. In 2003, Mr. Cheeks released the follow-up album, Back Again![1] The single off the album was "Crush On You" and it featured Mario Winans. In the fall of 2003, Cheeks separated from Universal, forming his own label, Diane’s Boyz. Cheeks was also featured on Lil' Kim's single, "The Jump Off."

2017–present: The Ryan Show

As of September 2020, The Ryan Show FM is syndicated to over 200 terrestrial and internet radio stations across the United States. Guests have included Erick Sermon, producer Rockwilder, deranged criminal cop Mike Dowd, artist Peedi Crakk, wrestler Ron Killings, cartoonist Don Oriolo, Tragedy Khadafi, the late photographer Jill Freedman, the boxer Vinny Paz, and the late Fred the Godson.[2]

Discography

Solo albums

with Lost Boyz

Solo singles

References
  1. "Mr Cheeks back again on new album". Billboard. Retrieved March 23, 2015.
  2. "Meet My Friends At The Ryan Show FM". Retrieved September 29, 2020. Cite journal requires |journal= (help)
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