Toki Wright

Toki Wright

Toki Wright

Toki Wright performing live in 2012.
Background information
Born 1980 (age 36–37)[1]
Minneapolis, Minnesota[1]
Genres Hip hop, Alternative hip hop
Occupation(s) Rapper
Years active 2003–present
Labels Rhymesayers Entertainment, Soul Tools Entertainment
Associated acts The C.O.R.E., The Chosen Few

Toki Wright (born 1980) is an American rapper, organizer, and educator from Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Early life

Born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Toki Wright developed his passion for music and poetry at an early age. He attended Patrick Henry High School, where he often performed at local talent shows and open mic showcases.

Career

Toki Wright met Adonis D. Frazier in 1998, and they formed The C.O.R.E. (Children of Righteous Elevation).[1] The duo's debut album, Metropolis, was released in 2003.[2] As well as being a member of The Chosen Few,[3] Toki Wright has released a number of solo recordings, including A Different Mirror (2009), Black Male (2010), and Faders (2012).[4] In 2014, he released a collaborative album with producer Big Cats, titled Pangaea.[5] Toki Wright appeared in Bahamian Son, which gained some traction on the film festival circuit.[6] In 2017, he released an EP, At the Speed of Life 3.[7]

Style and influences

Toki Wright stated that "A Different Mirror", the title track from his 2009 album, was inspired by Ronald Takaki's A Different Mirror: A History of Multicultural America, saying: "Unless we look into a different mirror we will only see our own reflection. American history for example might be all apple pies and American flags for many, but the history of people of color in America is filled with poverty [and] hatred".[8]

Discography

Albums

Mixtapes

EPs

Singles

Guest appearances

Music videos

References

  1. 1 2 3 Schell, Justin (2010). "From St. Paul to Minneapolis, All the Hands Clap for This: Hip Hop in the Twin Cities". In Hess, Mickey. Hip Hop in America: A Regional Guide. Greenwood Publishing Group. p. 381.
  2. ↑ Riemenschneider, Chris (February 6, 2003). "Lords of Discipline: Locals the C.O.R.E. fight for hip-hop's positive side". Star Tribune.
  3. ↑ Schell, Justin (December 10, 2008). "Southside in the house! Illuminous 3 drop new disc at the Entry". Twin Cities Daily Planet.
  4. ↑ Bennett, Bridget; Doar, Spencer (July 17, 2013). "Back in the studio with Toki Wright". Minnesota Daily.
  5. ↑ Reyneke, David (September 25, 2014). "Stream Toki Wright and Big Cats’ New Collaborative Album ‘Pangaea’ In Its Entirety". Potholes in My Blog.
  6. ↑ Riemenschneider, Chris (October 7, 2015). "Minneapolis-made film "Bahamian Son" premieres Thursday at Lagoon". Star Tribune.
  7. ↑ Swensson, Andrea (May 18, 2017). "Toki Wright embraces a new identity as Mamadu". The Current.
  8. ↑ Horgen, Tom (November 18, 2010). "Music video: Toki Wright's "A Different Mirror"". Star Tribune.
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