Gio Washington

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::summary American singer (born 1983) ::

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Field	Value
name	Gio Washington
birth_name	Governor Washington Jr.
alias	Country Boy, Gentleman G, Governor
birth_date
birth_place	Charles City, Virginia, U.S.
genre	R&B, soul
occupation	Singer, songwriter
years_active	2000–present
label	Charles City Music (current)
G-Note Records, G-Unit Records, Grand Hustle Records, Atlantic Records, Warlock Records (former)
website
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| name = Gio Washington | image = | caption = | birth_name = Governor Washington Jr. | alias = Country Boy, Gentleman G, Governor | birth_date = | birth_place = Charles City, Virginia, U.S. | origin = | genre = R&B, soul | occupation = Singer, songwriter | years_active = 2000–present | label = Charles City Music (current) G-Note Records, G-Unit Records, Grand Hustle Records, Atlantic Records, Warlock Records (former) | website =

Governor Washington Jr. (born May 9, 1983), known professionally as Gio Washington (formerly Governor), is an American R&B and soul singer from Charles City, Virginia. He was initially signed to T.I.'s Grand Hustle imprint, under the aegis of Atlantic Records. In 2010, he signed to the newly formed G-Note Records, a subsidiary label of 50 Cent's G-Unit Records.

Life and career

1983–2004: Early life and career beginnings

Governor Washington Jr. was born on July 25, 1983 in Charles City County, Virginia. His father was a preacher. After declining an offer to attend the Berklee College of Music, he formed the Jodeci-style R&B group, Case Closed, where he performed under the moniker Country Boy. After moving to New York City, then back to Virginia, Washington left the group and returned to New York. When the group disbanded, he tried to make it on its own. Warlock Records eventually signed Washington and released his debut album Another State Of Mind, in 2000.

At that time he met the influential music executives and production team, Trackmasters, while he changed his style from R&B to hip-hop. 50 Cent was signed to the Trackmasters at that time as well, and Washington and 50 Cent recorded about six songs for a prospective album called Best of Both Worlds, which was never released. After the split-up with Trackmasters in 2002, Washington met Wyclef Jean, who helped him sign a deal with Atlantic Records. He even made a dozen songs with Dr. Dre, for his debut album on Atlantic, but frictions between Dre's Aftermath and Atlantic, made those songs never see the light of the day.

2005–2006: Grand Hustle signing and ''Son of Pain''

In 2005, American rapper T.I. added Washington, to his Grand Hustle Records imprint, after Atlantic Records chose T.I. to act as his mentor. Atlantic Records' plan for Washington, who joined Atlantic's roster almost four years prior, was to market him a devotee, or a card-carrying member of T.I.'s "camp.". Atlantic first tried to pair him with renowned record producer Dr. Dre, and then with gangsta rapper 50 Cent; however both plans fell through. In search of quick jolt of street credibility, the label brokered a deal for the singer to join T.I.'s imprint. In 2006, Washington appeared alongside T.I., performing the song "Hello", from T.I.'s album King, for the Atlanta-based rapper's AOL Sessions. After appearing on several of Grand Hustle'resident disc jockey, DJ Drama's Gangsta Grillz mixtapes, Washington later released his Grand Hustle/Atlantic debut, titled Son of Pain, in September 2006. The album's production was handled by Just Blaze, Scott Storch, Wyclef Jean and Raphael Saadiq, among others. The album debuted at number 50 on the US Billboard Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums.

2009–present: G-Unit signing

After signing to G-Unit Records in 2009, Washington was signed to the newly formed subsidiary G-Note Records, where he released the first single off his upcoming album. He had this to say about signing with the label, The song is called "Here We Go Again" and features 50 Cent. Along with releasing his first single, "Here We Go Again" off his upcoming album, Washington reported that he was working on mixtapes as well as putting out new music on thisis50.com regularly to promote his album.

In an interview with HipHopNMore, Washington revealed the title for his upcoming album which is called, A Touch of Magic. The album will be released under G-Note Records and was initially scheduled for a summer 2011 release date. Washington also spoke about upcoming music with 50 Cent on the album and had this to say, "The first two or three collaborations was to allow people to get used to a particular feel and sound, while being connected to one of the most successful rappers on earth. Now, we are focusing on releasing songs that showcase that sound, speaking of myself as a solo artist".

In 2013, Washington began performing under the pseudonym, Gio Washington. In March 2015, Washington and 50 Cent reunited on a song titled "Annie", recorded for the 50 Cent executive produced Starz series, Power.

Personal life

Washington was seriously injured in a vehicle accident on the night of August 8, 2015. The accident catapulted Washington from his vehicle, leaving him with a collapsed lung, broken ribs and internal injuries.

Discography

Studio albums

::data[format=table] | Title | Album details | Peak chart positions | US Heat | US R&B | Another State of Mind | Son of Pain | Illumination | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | | — | — | | | | | | | | 44 | 50 | | | | | | | | — | — | | | | | | ::

Singles

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Song	Year	Album
"Blood, Sweat & Tears"	2006	Son of Pain
"Here We Go Again"
(featuring 50 Cent)	2010
"On and On"	2014
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Guest appearances

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Title	Year	Other performer(s)	Album	"PJ's"	"Since Supernatural"	"The World"	"Can't Fuck with Queen Bee"	"Hustlin' "	"Hello"	"Destiny"	"Ooh Oh"	"Do You Think About Me"	"They Burned Me"	"Kill It"	"When It All Goes Down"	"Ring on You"	"Baby That's Me"
2002	Wyclef Jean, Prolific	Masquerade
Santana, Melkie Jean	Shaman
G-Unit	God's Plan
2003	Lil' Kim, Shelene Thomas with Full Force	La Bella Mafia
2004	T.I.	Urban Legend
2006	King
none}}	Grand Hustle Presents: In da Streetz Volume 4
P$C	The Indictment
2009	50 Cent	Before I Self Destruct
2010
Lloyd Banks	H.F.M. 2 (The Hunger for More 2)
2011	50 Cent
2015	Bishup Bicardi	TBA
2018	High Defynition	Nothing Is By Chance
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References

References

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2. Leeds, Jeff (November 27, 2005). "[https://www.nytimes.com/2005/11/27/arts/music/27leeds.html Scenes From an Arranged Marriage]", ''[[The New York Times]]''. Retrieved July 2, 2010.
3. Venable, Malcolm (February 16, 2006). "[http://findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_8014/is_20060216/ai_n41301082/ Candidate for stardom]", ''[[The Virginian-Pilot]]'', p. E8. Retrieved July 2, 2010.
4. Mitchell, Gail (May 27, 2006). "Rhythm & Blues: Hi-Tek Hits The Dre Dream Team", ''[[Billboard (magazine)
5. "50 Cent's G-Unit signs deal with Emi: What does it mean and why does it matter?".
6. Ollison, Rashod D. (June 15, 2006). "[https://www.baltimoresun.com/2006/06/15/a-dream-and-a-nightmare/ A dream and a nightmare: Governor has been mistreated by the record industry, but he's not mad]", ''[[The Baltimore Sun]]'', p. T6. Retrieved July 2, 2010.
7. Sims, Art (July 19, 2006). "An Evening of Performances", ''[[Chicago Defender]]'' '''101''' (43): 20.
8. Davis, Hays (September 28, 2006). "Country boy done good: Virginia's Governor makes a statement on the soul scene", ''[[Richmond Times-Dispatch]]'', p. F13.
9. Leeds, Jeff (November 27, 2005). "[https://www.nytimes.com/2005/11/27/arts/music/27leeds.html Scenes From an Arranged Marriage]", ''[[The New York Times]]''. Retrieved March 18, 2013.
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11. ""AOL Sessions" TI (TV Episode 2006) – IMDb".
12. (9 July 2018). "Singing the Virginia Blues: An Interview with Gio Washington".
13. "50 Cent Calls Into G-Unit Saturdays W/Jack Thriller Mimi & Nelson: Speaks On Premier Of 'Things Fall Apart' In March,Pimping Like Hugh Hefner, New Album Being 80% Done & More!...".
14. "Emperor Music » Governor – Wish Me Luck [Feat. 50 Cent]".
15. "Governor – "Wish Me Luck" feat 50 Cent – ThisIs50.com".
16. "Emperor Music » Governor Reveals G-Note Records Debut Album Title".
17. "50 Cent & Gio Washington".
18. "50 Cent Drops New Song from 'Power' Soundtrack | Vibe".
19. (August 12, 2015). "Local singer 'stable' after being injured in Chesterfield Crash".
20. (August 11, 2015). "Thousands pray for singer GIO, injured in Chesterfield crash".
21. "Former G-Unit Singer Governor Almost Dies in Severe Car Crash | 24urban.com".
22. (June 6, 2000). "Another State of Mind by Governor".
23. (June 27, 2006). "Son of Pain by Governor".
24. (May 27, 2015). "Illumination by Governor".
25. (September 5, 2006). "Blood, Sweat, and Tears – Single by Governor".
26. "On and On – Single by Governor".
27. "The Indictment".
28. "Bishup Bicardi Ft. Gio Washington ~ "Ring on You" (Prod. By Tunez) | @BishupBicardi @Giosmusic | ~ TripleHQ".
29. (October 10, 2018). "High Defynition – Nothing is by Chance (2018, CD)".

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