Soulja Boy Signs Chet Hanks To His Label: "We 'Bout To Make History"

BY Erika Marie 7.0K Views
Link Copied to Clipboard!
Marcus Ingram / Stringer / Getty Images, FOX / Contributor / Getty Images
Soulja Boy, Chet Hanks
Hanks is the latest artist to sign on the dotted line to SODMG. Skinnyfromthe9 inked a deal last month.

There is apparently another dynamic duo—of sorts—in Hip Hop. Chet Hanks has been stealing every opportunity presented to have viral moments, so it comes as no surprise that he has reportedly partnered with Soula Boy for his next venture. Soulja has developed a reputation as being the king of going viral as he has capitalized off of creating an online buzz throughout the entirety of his career. 

Hanks has been involved in the entertainment industry all of his life, in one way or another, due to his parents being acclaimed actors Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson. His brother, Colin Hanks, is an accomplished actor, as well.

On Tuesday (August 17), Soulja and Hanks shared a video where they made an announcement about the future of the celebrity spawn's career. "Chet Hanks, my new artist," said Soulja in the clip as he revealed that Hanks has a new label home. "We 'bout to make history." Hanks shared the same video to his Instagram and added in the caption, "JUST SIGNED TO #SODMG‼️JUST WAIT TO SEE WHAT WE DO NEXT @souljaboy @sodmgrecordsllc U DIGG."

Last month, Soulja reportedly signed Skinnyfromthe9. Recently, Hanks made waves after releasing a video telling the public not to get vaccinated and returned later to double down on his sentiments after going viral. Check out his video with Soulja Boy below.

About The Author
Since 2019, Erika Marie has worked as a journalist for HotNewHipHop, covering music, film, television, art, fashion, politics, and all things regarding entertainment. With 20 years in the industry under her belt, Erika Marie moved from a writer on the graveyard shift at HNHH to becoming a Features Editor, highlighting long-form content and interviews with some of Hip Hop’s biggest stars. She has had the pleasure of sitting down with artists and personalities like DJ Jazzy Jeff, Salt ’N Pepa, Nick Cannon, Rah Digga, Rakim, Rapsody, Ari Lennox, Jacquees, Roxanne Shante, Yo-Yo, Sean Paul, Raven Symoné, Queen Naija, Ryan Destiny, DreamDoll, DaniLeigh, Sean Kingston, Reginae Carter, Jason Lee, Kamaiyah, Rome Flynn, Zonnique, Fantasia, and Just Blaze—just to name a few. In addition to one-on-one chats with influential public figures, Erika Marie also covers content connected to the culture. She’s attended and covered the BET Awards as well as private listening parties, the Rolling Loud festival, and other events that emphasize established and rising talents. Detroit-born and Long Beach (CA)-raised, Erika Marie has eclectic music taste that often helps direct the interests she focuses on here at HNHH. She finds it necessary to report on cultural conversations with respect and honor those on the mic and the hardworking teams that help get them there. Moreover, as an advocate for women, Erika Marie pays particular attention to the impact of femcees. She sits down with rising rappers for HNHH—like Big Jade, Kali, Rubi Rose, Armani Caesar, Amy Luciani, and Omerettà—to gain their perspectives on a fast-paced industry.

Comments 12
Page was generated in 2.1645569801331