Viktory
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Viktory is an American Christian rapper, songwriter, and record producer from Chicago, Illinois.[1] He has released three studio albums, appearing on the Billboard charts six times.[2]
Career
Early life
Born and raised in Chicago, Illinois, he eventually moved to California. Viktory did not grow up as a Christian and only became one in his freshman year of college.[3]
2008–2010: Believe It Now and The First of Many
Viktory released his debut album, entitled Believe It Now, in 2008. The album featured recording artist Marvin Winans, Jr. and included the single Hold Me Down. In 2009, Viktory released his sophomore album The First of Many,[4] which never managed to reach the Billboard charts.
2011–present: R4 (Relentless 4ever), Vol. 2
In 2011, Viktory released his third album, Birth of a Legacy, Vol. 1, which charted 48 on the Top Christian album.[5] After the albums success, Viktory began receiving attention from competitive record companies to come join them. [citation needed]Viktory turned down the offers and remained independent. [citation needed]In 2012, Viktory released R4 (Relentless 4ever) which reached 22 on the Billboard charts. In 2014, he released a sequel, R4 (Relentless 4ever), Vol. 2, which reached number 12 on the Billboard charts.[6]
Awards and nominations
Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result[7] |
---|---|---|---|
2012 | Birth of a Legacy | Rap, Hip Hop Gospel CD of the Year | Nominated |
Discography
Studio albums
Title | Album details | Peak chart positions[8] | ||
---|---|---|---|---|
US Christ | US Gos |
US Heat | ||
Birth of a Legacy, Vol. 1 |
|
- | 48 | - |
R4: Relentless 4Ever |
|
- | 22 | 50 |
R4: Volume 2 |
|
40 | 12 | 25 |
References
- ^ "Viktory Billboard". Billboard. Retrieved 16 February 2015.
- ^ Kellman, Andy. "Viktory Biography". Allmusic. Retrieved 16 February 2015.
- ^ Kellman, Andy. "Viktory Biography". Allmusic. Retrieved 16 February 2015.
- ^ "The First Of Many - Viktory | Cross Rhythms". www.crossrhythms.co.uk. Retrieved 2022-11-06.
- ^ "Viktory awards". Allmusic. Retrieved 16 February 2015.
- ^ "Viktory Charts". Allmusic. Retrieved 16 February 2015.
- ^ "2012 Stellar Awards: Full List of Winners!". gospelpundit. Retrieved 16 February 2015.
- ^ "Viktory awards". Allmusic. Retrieved 16 February 2015.
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