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American rapper, singer, songwriter, and former model known for his energetic style and viral hit 'Mo Bamba'.Sheck Wes, born Khadimou Rassoul Cheikh Fall on September 10, 1998, in Harlem, New York City, rose to fame in 2018 with his explosive single 'Mo Bamba'. Before music, he pursued basketball and modeled for brands like Off-White and Yeezy. Signed to Travis Scott's Cactus Jack Records and Kanye West's GOOD Music, his debut album 'MUDBOY' (2018) was a critical and commercial success. He is known for his raw energy and blending of hip-hop with punk influences.

• Sheck Wes was a promising basketball player in his youth, attending elite camps like Chris Paul's CP3 Academy, before shifting focus to music.
• His breakout hit 'Mo Bamba', a tribute to his friend and NBA player Mo Bamba, became a viral sensation and a defining anthem of 2018, despite its raw and chaotic sound.
• He was signed simultaneously to two major labels: Travis Scott's Cactus Jack Records (under Interscope) and Kanye West's GOOD Music (under Def Jam), a rare feat for a new artist.
• His stage name is a combination of 'Sheck' (a childhood nickname) and 'Wes' (derived from Westside, representing Harlem).
• Sheck Wes faced legal trouble in 2023, being arrested for allegedly punching a woman at a New York Fashion Week event; the outcome of the case is unclear.