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Ramone Johnson (born October 10, 1982), better known by his stage name Cashis (stylized as Ca$his), is an American rapper who was born and raised in Chicago,[2] but moved to Irvine, California. He was most notably featured on the Shady Records album Eminem Presents: The Re-Up with Eminem and the record label, and released The County Hound EP in 2007. The County Hound EP sold 6,700 copies in its first week and debuted on the US Billboard 200 at number 106. He's best known for appearing on Eminem's song, "You Don't Know", featuring 50 Cent and Lloyd Banks.

In August 2011 on his mixtape Rooftop Series Vol.1, in the intro, Cashis revealed that he was leaving Shady Records, but is remaining with Bogish Brand Entertainment. After many delays, his solo debut album, The Art of Dying, was released independently on October 30, 2012, but failed to chart. On October 15, 2013, he released his second studio album The County Hound 2, which contained significant production from Eminem and was supported by five retail singles.

Career

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1996–2006: Beginnings and signing to Shady Records

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Cashis first got into rapping by freestyling with his cousin at the early age of 12. At the age of 14, he went to the studio for the first time and professionally recorded his first song. Around age 17, he got serious about rapping and would go around the Los Angeles and Orange County area participating in rap battles under the name "Lil Ramone".[1]

By 2004, Cashis was regarded as the "rap king of Orange County" and attracted the attention of Shady Records A&R, Dart Parker, who signed him after hearing his mixtape, Stars With Stripes. Cashis's introduction to the masses, however, wouldn't come until 2006 when he appeared alongside Eminem, 50 Cent and Lloyd Banks on "You Don't Know" the first single from the platinum-selling Shady Records compilation, Eminem Presents: The Re-Up,[3] performing solo on the songs "Everything Is Shady" and "Talkin' All That". His solo track "Talkin' All That" was praised by Complex as an album standout.[4]

2007–2012: The County Hound EP and The Art of Dying

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His first solo release on Shady Records was the successful eight track EP, The County Hound EP, on May 22, 2007.[5] The County Hound EP debuted at number 106 on the US Billboard 200 and 37 on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart. The album was primarily produced by Eminem, who was also the only featured artist on the project.[6] The EP was met with mixed reviews upon its release from music critics.[7][8] Some critics praised it as a solid introduction to Cashis, however others put down the gangster themes of the album's tracks.[9][10] Upon its release he announced that his debut studio album would be titled, Loose Cannon and feature production from Eminem, Sha Money XL, Dr. Dre, and The Alchemist. At the time he set a release period for September or October 2007 for the project.[5]

In 2009, Cashis promised he would have an album in stores by September. However the album was pushed back, allegedly due to projects from Eminem and 50 Cent. He would wait to release his album and then request his release from Shady Records which was not finalized until 2012.[11] As of 2013 he still remained contracted to them as a songwriter.[1] In promotion of his debut LP Cashis released the Church on the Move mixtape. His debut full-length album titled The Art of Dying was released independently on October 30, 2012, with features coming from Rick Ross, Game, K-Young and Royce da 5'9" among others.[12] Eminem also produced one song on the album titled as "You Think That I'm Crazy".[11] Neither the album nor any of the songs on it charted in the United States.

2012–2014: The County Hound 2 and Euthanasia

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Main article: The County Hound 2

Just prior to the release of The Art of Dying, Cashis revealed he had begun to work on his second studio album, which he claimed was 65% done in September 2012. He also revealed that it would feature production from Jake One and Eminem, also projecting a May 2013 release.[11] However, the release of the album did not occur when projected. On December 25, 2012, Cashis released another mixtape titled Loose Cannon which was previously going to be the title of his third studio album.[13] On April 30, 2013, Cashis released the first single from his newly titled second studio album The County Hound 2, titled "Layin in the Cut" which was produced by Eminem and Rikanatti.[14] The music video for the song was released on August 8, 2013, which also featured a preview of the music video for "Look At Me".[15][16] The second single from the album titled, "Mind on My Money (Money on My Mind)" was released to iTunes on May 16, 2013. The song features rappers Kuniva from D12, Obie Trice and Dirty Mouth.[17]

On July 1, 2013, Cashis released the third single from The County Hound 2, "Imma Hustla" featuring Crooked I and Sullee J.[18][19][20] In July 2013, Ca$his announced that he was currently also working on his next mixtape The Loose Cannon 2 which will contain mostly freestyles.[1] Then on August 19, 2013, he released the fourth single from The Country Hound 2, titled "Look at Me" featuring King Los, K Young, and B. Todd.[21][22] On September 28, 2013, Cashis revealed the cover art and track list to the album, also announcing a release date of October 15, 2013. He also revealed unannounced guest appearances on the album to come from Boaz, and Demrick among others, with the album's production to be primarily handled by frequent collaborator Rikanatti, with Eminem also producing four tracks on the album.[23]

In October 2013, leading up to the release of The County Hound 2, Cashis revealed that he had already recorded five or six records for his third studio album.[24] Then on April 1, 2014, Cashis released "I'ma Ride" featuring Problem as the first single from the album.[25] The album's second single titled "Bird Call", was released on May 6, 2014.[26] Then on May 16, 2014, Cashis announced that the album, titled Euthanasia would be released on July 1, 2014.[27] Its third single "100 Proof" featuring Roccett was released on May 28, 2014.[28]

2015–present: I'm Getten Mine & County Hound 3

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Main article: The County Hound 3

In early January 2015, Cashis released the cover art for his long-awaited I'm Getten Mine mixtape, which was released a few days later for purchase on iTunes. On April 7, 2015, Cashis released his fourth studio album, The County Hound 3. Three singles were released in promotion of the album. The lead single "A-Rod" features Emilio Rojas.[29] The second single "Work" features Young Buck, Project Pat & Sullee J.[30][31] The third single released was "Kingpin" featuring Young Buck, Arez Cobain & June B. The County Hound 3 did not have any chart success. Cashis released CH4 in 2019 [32]

Discography

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Studio albums

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List of albums
Title Album details
The Art of Dying
The County Hound 2
  • Released: October 15, 2013
  • Label: Bogish Brand
  • Format: CD, digital download
Bogish Boy, Vol. 1
  • Released: July 15, 2014
  • Label: Bogish Brand
  • Format: Digital download
The County Hound 3
  • Released: April 7, 2015
  • Label: Bogish Brand
  • Format: Digital download
Shady Capo
  • Released: January 15, 2016[33]
  • Label: Bogish Brand
  • Format: Digital download
Ca-$
  • Released: May 20, 2016[34]
  • Label: Bogish Brand
  • Format: Digital download
1 of 1
  • Released: May 5, 2017[35]
  • Label: Bogish Brand
  • Format: Digital download
The Art of Living
  • Released: May 3, 2019[36]
  • Label: X-Ray
  • Format: CD, LP, digital download
CH4
  • Released: September 6, 2019[37]
  • Label: Bogish Brand
  • Format: Digital download
County Hound 5
  • Released: November 20, 2020[38]
  • Label: Bogish Brand
  • Format: Digital download
CountyHound 6
  • Released: December 30, 2023[39]
  • Label: Bogish Brand
  • Format: CD, digital download[40]

Compilation albums

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List of albums, with selected chart positions, sales figures and certifications
Title Album details Peak chart positions Sales Certifications
US
[41] 		AUS
[42] 		BEL
(FL)
[43] 		CAN
[44] 		FRA
[45] 		GER
[46] 		NZ
[47] 		SWI
[48] 		UK
[49]
Eminem Presents: The Re-Up 2 17 44 2 41 15 1 9 3[D]
Euthanasia
  • Released: June 24, 2014
  • Label: Bogish Brand
  • Format: Digital download
 — — — — — — — — —
Euthanasia 2
  • Released: December 11, 2015[55]
  • Label: Bogish Brand
  • Format: Digital download
 — — — — — — — — —
Ca-$ 1.5
  • Released: September 9, 2016[56]
  • Label: Bogish Brand
  • Format: Digital download
 — — — — — — — — —
Ca$his, Vol. 3.5
  • Released: December 22, 2017[57]
  • Label: Bogish Brand
  • Format: Digital download
 — — — — — — — — —
Ca$his, Vol. 4
  • Released: December 22, 2018[58]
  • Label: Bogish Brand
  • Format: Digital download
 — — — — — — — — —
Vault 5.
  • Released: June 18, 2021[59]
  • Label: Bogish Brand, Stay Solid
  • Format: Digital download
 — — — — — — — — —
"—" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released in that territory.

Extended plays

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List of EPs, with selected chart positions
Title Album details Peak chart positions
US US
R&B 		US
Rap
The County Hound EP
  • Release date: May 22, 2007
  • Label: Shady, Interscope
  • Format: CD, digital download
 106 37 14
The Vault 2[60]
  • Release date: December 18, 2012
  • Label: Bogish Brand
  • Format: Digital download
 — — —
Ca$his[61]
  • Release date: August 18, 2017
  • Label: Bogish Brand
  • Format: Digital download
 — — —
Ca$his Vol. 2[62]
  • Release date: October 6, 2017
  • Label: Bogish Brand
  • Format: Digital download
 — — —
Ca$his, Vol. 3[63]
  • Release date: November 24, 2017
  • Label: Bogish Brand
  • Format: Digital download
 — — —
I'ma Ride[64]
  • Release date: December 27, 2018
  • Label: X-Ray
  • Format: Digital download
 — — —
Mone G, Vol. 1[65][66]
  • Release date: February 8, 2019
    March 27, 2020 (re-release with the different track listing)[67]
  • Label: Bogish Brand
  • Format: Digital download
 — — —
Loose Cannon[68]
  • Release date: April 10, 2020
  • Label: Bogish Brand
  • Format: Digital download
 — — —
OG & Green Tea 2[69]
  • Release date: May 1, 2020
  • Label: Bogish Brand
  • Format: Digital download
 — — —
The Vault 3[70]
  • Release date: July 10, 2020
  • Label: Bogish Brand
  • Format: Digital download
 — — —
Vault 4[71]
  • Release date: September 25, 2020
  • Label: Bogish Brand
  • Format: Digital download
 — — —
What I'm Bout[72]
  • Release date: October 2, 2020
  • Label: Bogish Brand
  • Format: Digital download
 — — —
Ringz[73][74]
  • Release date: October 30, 2020
  • Label: Bogish Brand
  • Format: Digital download
 — — —
OG & Green Tea 6[75]
  • Release date: March 18, 2022
  • Label: Bogish Brand
  • Format: Streaming
 — — —
Bogi$Htape 1[76]
  • Release date: July 1, 2022
  • Label: Bogish Brand, Stay Solid
  • Format: Digital download
 — — —
Bogi$Htape 2[77]
  • Release date: July 15, 2022
  • Label: Bogish Brand, Stay Solid
  • Format: Digital download
 — — —
Bogish Brand Radio vol 1[78]
  • Release date: July 29, 2022
  • Label: Bogish Brand, Stay Solid
  • Format: Digital download
 — — —
BBG Radio 3[79]
  • Release date: August 12, 2022
  • Label: Bogish Brand, Stay Solid
  • Format: Streaming
 — — —
CH 6 EP 1[80]
  • Release date: February 9, 2024
  • Label: Bogish Brand, Stay Solid
  • Format: Streaming
 — — —
CH 6 EP 2[81]
  • Release date: February 23, 2024
  • Label: Bogish Brand, Stay Solid
  • Format: Streaming
 — — —
CH6 EP3[82]
  • Release date: March 8, 2024
  • Label: Bogish Brand
  • Format: Streaming
 — — —
"—" denotes a title that did not chart, or was not released in that territory.

Mixtapes

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  • 2006: Bogish Boy Vol. 1[83]
  • 2007: Bogish Boy Vol. 2[84]
  • 2008: The Leak
  • 2008: Bogish Boy 300[85]
  • 2008: All Eyez on Me
  • 2008: Blacc Jesus
  • 2008: Global Warning 3
  • 2008: Homeland Security (with Young De; hosted by DJ Whoo Kid)
  • 2008: Loose Cannon
  • 2008: Loose Cannon: The Cut Off
  • 2008: Bogish Boy Vol. 4: Incase You Forgot[86]
  • 2009: The Leak Vol.2: Get Ready
  • 2009: Bogish Boy Vol.5: Euthanasia[87]
  • 2010: The Re-Introduction
  • 2011: The Vault[88]
  • 2011: Rooftop Series Vol.1[89]
  • 2012: Church on the Move[90]
  • 2012: Loose Cannon (Hosted by DJ Far)[91]
  • 2014: OG & Green Tea
  • 2015: I'm Getten Mine
  • 2016: The Cook Up[92]
  • 2016: The Cook Up 2[93]
  • 2017: Westbrook MVP[94]
  • 2017: Before 1 of 1[95]
  • 2017: Love Life Loyalty[96]
  • 2017: The Best Now[97]
  • 2017: Og & Green Tea 2[98]
  • 2020: OG & Green Tea[99]
  • 2020: Bogish[100]
  • 2020: Og 3[101]
  • 2021: OG & Green Tea 4[102]
  • 2021: Tlrnl[103]
  • 2022: BBG Radio vol. 2[104]
  • 2023: OG & Green Tea 5[105]

Collaborative albums

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  • 2020: Tha Roll Up (with The Roll Up Clique)[106][107]
  • 2023: Roll Up (with The Roll Up Clique)[108]
  • 2023: Roll Up 2 (with The Roll Up Clique)[109]

Singles

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Song Year Peak chart positions Certifications Album
US US
R&B 		US
Pop
"You Don't Know" (with 50 Cent, Eminem and Lloyd Banks) 2006 12 87 16 Eminem Presents: The Re-Up (with Shady Records)
"Lac Motion" 2007 — — — The County Hound EP
"Take U Home" [111] 2010 — — — The Vault
"My Name Iz"[112] — — — —
"Put It on My Life"[113] — — —
"Layin in the Cut" [114] 2013 — — — The County Hound 2
"Mind on My Money (Money on My Mind)" (featuring Kuniva, Obie Trice & Dirty Mouth)[115] — — —
"Imma Hustla" (featuring Crooked I & Sullee J)[116] — — —
"Look at Me" (featuring King Los, K Young & B Todd) — — —
"Hi" [117] — — —
"I'ma Ride" (featuring Problem) 2014 — — — Euthanasia
"Bird Call" — — —
"100 Proof" (featuring Roccett) — — —
"Take the Pain" (featuring Demrick and Sara Shine) — — — The County Hound 2
"A-Rod" (featuring Emilio Rojas) — — — The County Hound 3
"Work" (featuring Young Buck, Project Pat & Sullee J) 2015 — — —
"Kingpin" (featuring Young Buck, Arez Cobain & June B) — — —
"—" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released in that territory.

Guest appearances

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List of non-single guest appearances, with other performing artists, showing year released and album name
Title Year Other artist(s) Album
"We on Yo Line" 2007 The Federation It's Whateva
"Syllables" Dr. Dre, Eminem, Jay-Z, 50 Cent, Stat Quo
"Famous Anthem" (Remix) Expensive Taste, Mitchy Slick, Hayes, Lil' Spank Booty, Krondon, Chace Infinite Expen$ive Taste
"I Got That Product" [118] 2008 Tony Yayo Drug Users Handbook
"Top of the Foodchain" The Alchemist The Cutting Room Floor, Vol. 2
"Just Like Us" [119] 2010 Knoc-turn'al, One-2 1-11-11 (The Prequel)
"Just Because" [120] Q-Unique, Realm Reality Between Heaven & Hell
"Do It All" [121] 2012 Joe Young, Rick Ross, The Game, K. Young —
"Goonz (Remix)" [122] 2013 Novoa, Killah Priest, Bully, Tha Advocate, Young Buck Digital Dynasty 25
"Motive" [123] Richard Osborne, Mistah F.A.B. Nothing Personal
"Work" A-Wax, Waka Flocka Flame Jesus Malverde
"Die" Raiza Young & Reckless
"Faded" TNL Planet Purp
"So Fly" C.L.R. —
"Tear It Up" 2014 TNL Grindhouse
"Pop That" 2015 TNL Good Vibes, Vol. 1
"Life of a Ryder"
"Nowhere to Go" TNL, Kobe
"HoodStar" DFR The Motto: Fo' the Fam' I Salute
"Feel The Heaterz" 2016 Madd Manny, Spliff Butcha The Axis: Armageddon
"Crazy" C-Sharp, Kaliber Orange County Alliance
"watching-eyes" 2017 Sol 8 Eveningstar.
"The Godfather" 2020 Meidai PROJECT L.S.D

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Cashis

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Ca$his (born Ramone Johnson, October 10, 1982) is an American rapper who was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois, before relocating to Irvine, California, to pursue a career in hip-hop. He began freestyling at the age of 12, recorded his first professional track at 14, and committed to rapping full-time by 17, eventually gaining prominence through his association with Eminem's Shady Records label. After submitting a demo tape that caught the attention of Shady Records executives, Cahissignedwiththeimprintandmadehismajor−labeldebutonthe2006compilationalbum∗EminemPresents:TheRe−Up∗,wherehecontributedtotheleadsingle"YouDon′tKnow"alongsideEminem,50Cent,andLloydBanks.[](https://cashisonline.com/)Hisfirstsoloproject,theEP∗TheCountyHound∗,followedin2007,showcasinghisgangstarapstyleinfluencedbyhisMidwesternrootsandWestCoastexperiences.[](https://cashisonline.com/)Cahis signed with the imprint and made his major-label debut on the 2006 compilation album *Eminem Presents: The Re-Up*, where he contributed to the lead single "You Don't Know" alongside Eminem, 50 Cent, and Lloyd Banks.[](https://cashisonline.com/) His first solo project, the EP *The County Hound*, followed in 2007, showcasing his gangsta rap style influenced by his Midwestern roots and West Coast experiences.[](https://cashisonline.com/) Cahis parted ways with Shady Records in 2011 amid label shifts but continued releasing music independently through his own Bogish Brand Entertainment, including the albums The Art of Dying (2012) and The County Hound 2 (2013), which further established his reputation in the underground hip-hop scene. Since then, he has continued to release projects independently, including the single "Pressure" in 2025.

Early life and background

Childhood in Chicago

Ramone Johnson, professionally known as Cashis, was born on October 10, 1982, in , . He was raised primarily by his mother in the Chatham neighborhood on 's South Side, an area marked by economic hardship and social challenges typical of many urban families during that era. Limited public details exist about his parents, though Johnson's lyrics often reflect themes of an unstable household and the struggles of single-parent upbringing in impoverished conditions. Growing up in one of Chicago's most dangerous neighborhoods, Johnson faced exposure to gang culture and poverty from an early age. He became involved with the , a prominent street gang, which shaped his formative experiences amid widespread violence and limited opportunities on the South Side. These environmental factors contributed to a defined by survival challenges, including the loss of family members and peers to street conflicts, fostering the raw, introspective edge that would later define his music. Johnson's interest in music emerged around age 12, when he began freestyling rhymes with his cousin, drawing inspiration from Chicago's vibrant local hip-hop scene. By age 14, he had progressed to his first professional and started participating in rap battles under the alias Lil Ramone, marking his initial foray into the genre as a creative outlet amid his turbulent surroundings. This early engagement with hip-hop provided a foundation for his artistic development before his family relocated to at age 17.

Relocation and early influences

In the late 1990s, seeking to escape the violence and hardships of Chicago's South Side—where he had joined the and witnessed the deaths of several friends—Cashis relocated to , with his mother at age 17. He enrolled at University High School in Irvine, where he connected with local music enthusiasts and began immersing himself in the hip-hop scene. Upon arriving in Irvine, Cashis adopted the stage name Ca$his, a stylized moniker reflecting his gritty persona, and developed the "Bogish Boy" identity to embody themes of street survival and resilience drawn from his roots. This persona became central to his early work, symbolizing a blend of Midwestern toughness and West Coast adaptation. He soon linked up with his high school friend and producer Rikanatti, forming the collective Renegadez alongside rappers H-Long and (the mother of his eldest daughter), who released local projects like the mixtapes Watch Closely and Starz with Stripez. Later, Cashis expanded his network by co-founding the Goon Squad collective, further solidifying his presence in the underground rap community. Cashis's early musical output included the 2006 mixtape Bogish Boy Vol. 1, produced by Rikanatti and mixed by DJ Arkane, which showcased his raw lyricism over West Coast-inspired beats and helped build buzz in Orange County. His influences during this period were heavily shaped by West Coast pioneers such as , whose laid-back flow and street narratives resonated with Cashis's transition to California's rap landscape, alongside the vibrant local Orange County scene that emphasized elements and regional storytelling. These inspirations guided his shift toward a sound that fused Chicago's hard-edged delivery with the smoother, synth-driven production prevalent on the West Coast.

Career

1996–2006: Musical beginnings and Shady Records signing

Cashis, born Ramone Johnson on October 10, 1982, in , , began developing his rap skills by freestyling with his cousin at the age of 12 around 1994. By age 14 in 1996, he entered a studio for the first time to record tracks and started performing at local underground events in . Following a relocation to , in his late teens to pursue music opportunities, he continued honing his craft through additional recordings and performances in the Orange County area. In , Cashis aligned with the group The Renegadez and released a series of mixtapes that circulated in the West Coast underground scene, establishing his presence as a battle rapper and earning him recognition as the "rap king of Orange County" by 2004. These independent efforts, often produced by collaborators like Rikanatti, generated significant local buzz and positioned him for wider exposure. His relocation from enabled this shift to the vibrant hip-hop circuit, where he focused on gritty, street-oriented lyrics reflective of his experiences. A demo tape from The Renegadez caught the attention of A&R representative Dart Parker in 2004, leading to Cashis being flown to New York for meetings with and . While declined to sign him, recognized his potential and secured his deal with and Interscope in 2006. This signing marked a pivotal transition from independent hustling to major-label backing. Cashis's introduction to the Shady roster came via features on the 2006 Eminem Presents: The Re-Up, including the lead single "You Don't Know" alongside , , and , which showcased his raw delivery and helped generate anticipation for his upcoming projects. These appearances highlighted his compatibility with the label's sound, blending West Coast influences with Shady's aggressive style.

2007–2012: The County Hound EP and major label debut

Cashis released his debut extended play, The County Hound EP, on May 22, 2007, through Shady Records and Interscope Records. The eight-track project, primarily produced by Eminem and Mr. Porter, served as an introduction to Cashis's gritty, gangsta rap style rooted in West Coast influences, with standout tracks such as "Talkin' All That" showcasing his aggressive delivery over hard-hitting beats. The EP debuted at number 106 on the US Billboard 200 chart, selling approximately 6,700 copies in its first week, reflecting modest commercial success amid high expectations following his label signing. Prior to the EP's launch, Cashis earned significant visibility through his contribution to the compilation Eminem Presents: The Re-Up. His verse on the lead single "You Don't Know," alongside , , and , highlighted his rapid-fire flow and helped the track peak at number 12 on the chart. The collaboration underscored Cashis's integration into the label's roster and boosted anticipation for his solo material, though it also positioned him within the competitive dynamics of Shady's ensemble-driven projects. Throughout his tenure at , Cashis encountered substantial challenges, including prolonged delays in the development and promotion of his full-length debut album due to shifting label priorities and internal conflicts. These frustrations peaked amid disputes over resource allocation at Interscope, the parent label, which favored emerging acts like . In August 2011, Cashis announced his departure from via the intro of his mixtape Rooftop Series Vol. 1, citing the stalled rollout as a key factor while maintaining his publishing deal for songwriting. This exit marked the end of his major-label phase, transitioning him toward greater creative control. In the wake of leaving Shady, Cashis embraced independence by founding Bogish Brand Entertainment and self-releasing his long-awaited debut studio album, The Art of Dying, on October 30, 2012. The project featured collaborations with artists like and The Game, allowing Cashis to execute his vision without label interference and signaling a new chapter focused on sustained output outside the major system.

2013–2019: Independent releases and The County Hound series

Following his departure from in 2011, Cashis embraced full creative control through his independent label, Bogish Brand Entertainment, marking a new era of self-directed output. On October 15, 2013, he released The County Hound 2, the sequel to his 2007 debut EP, featuring production from on several tracks, including the single "Layin' in the Cut," co-produced with Rikanatti. The album highlighted Cashis's raw lyricism over gritty beats, solidifying his post-label autonomy. In 2014, Cashis continued his prolific independent run with the album Euthanasia, released on July 1, exploring darker themes of personal struggle and redemption across its tracks. This project delved into introspective narratives amid ongoing industry challenges, showcasing his evolution as a solo artist. The momentum carried into 2015 with The County Hound 3, dropped on April 7 via Bogish Brand, further expanding the series with hard-hitting bars and street-oriented production. Complementing this, Cashis issued the I'm Getten Mine mixtape series, beginning in early 2015, which emphasized hustler narratives through songs like "Thug Life Sh!T" and "Blue Hunnedz," capturing tales of survival and ambition in urban life. By September 6, 2019, Cashis culminated this phase with the album CH4, a more reflective work featuring longtime collaborator Rikanatti on production and contributions, reflecting on career longevity and personal growth.

2020–present: Recent projects and singles

In 2020, Cashis released County Hound 5 on November 20 through his independent label Bogish Brand, continuing the long-running County Hound series with tracks emphasizing street resilience and personal endurance. The album featured 10 songs produced in collaboration with various West Coast beatsmiths, maintaining the raw, introspective style that defined the earlier installments in the series. Building on this momentum, Cashis dropped CountyHound 6 on December 30, 2023, available via platforms like and Even.biz, with 16 tracks that further explored themes of perseverance amid ongoing industry challenges. The project included collaborations such as "" with producer Rikanatti, reinforcing Cashis's commitment to the series as a vehicle for unfiltered storytelling from his roots. From 2023 onward, Cashis shifted toward a singles-driven approach, releasing "The Things" on September 29, 2023, a collaboration with Rikanatti, , , and Franky Deluxe that highlighted and motivational . In 2024, he followed with "Hail Mary" alongside Knox Hill on April 5, a high-energy track blending trap elements with reflective verses on redemption. Later that year, "Quarantine (Gmix)" with Deuce Mayne arrived on November 29, adapting pandemic-era themes into a gritty focused on survival. Entering 2025, Cashis maintained this pace with "," a joint effort with Rikanatti released on April 18, featuring booming bass and on mental fortitude under pressure. He also collaborated on "MISENCAUSE" with M.V.T on February 7, a bilingual track produced by VeneziaBeats that addressed societal misconceptions and personal growth. Throughout this period, Cashis has sustained active engagement on digital platforms like and , where his catalog—including these recent releases—reaches global listeners through streaming and playlist features, fostering direct fan interaction via previews and lyric videos. This focus on has allowed him to bypass traditional label barriers, prioritizing accessibility and real-time feedback from his core audience.

Musical style and influences

Artistic style and themes

Cashis's artistic style is rooted in , characterized by a gritty, street-level delivery that blends the raw aggression of Chicago's hip-hop scene with the laid-back, narrative-driven flow of West Coast traditions. His vocals emphasize authenticity and intensity, maintaining a focus on personal and visceral experiences. Recurring themes in Cashis's revolve around , , , and redemption, frequently drawn from his own encounters with incarceration and street life. These motifs explore the highs and lows of existence, from triumphant hustling to profound personal pain, as articulated in his reflections on bipolar emotional states and the need to "stay strapped" amid constant threats. Songs often depict the harsh realities of tested by deceit and the struggle for self-reclamation, underscoring a of resilience forged in adversity without resorting to exaggeration. His production preferences center on collaborations with longtime partner Rikanatti, who crafts beats featuring heavy bass lines, dark atmospheric tones, and samples inspired by hip-hop, creating a sonic backdrop that amplifies the introspective yet menacing vibe of the lyrics. Cashis directs these productions to remain open and bass-heavy, occasionally incorporating contributions from producers like or The Alchemist for added depth, ensuring the music supports raw lyrical delivery over ornate effects. This style has evolved from the high-energy, hype-oriented tracks of his early era, such as those on The County Hound EP, to more contemplative narratives in later independent releases like CountyHound 6, where themes of endurance take precedence in slower, moodier arrangements.

Key influences and collaborations

Cashis's musical development has been profoundly shaped by prominent figures in hip-hop, particularly , whose mentorship emphasized lyrical intensity and technical precision during Cashis's time at . not only signed him in 2004 but also produced tracks and provided personal support, influencing Cashis's approach to raw, confessional storytelling. Additionally, the hustler ethos embodied by resonated deeply with Cashis, informing his themes of street survival and ambition, as he has expressed admiration for 's work. From his Chicago roots, rappers like served as early inspirations, with 's rapid flow impacting Cashis's delivery style. Key collaborations during the Shady Records era highlighted Cashis's integration into the label's roster. His debut mainstream exposure came on the 2006 compilation Eminem Presents: The Re-Up, where he featured alongside , , and on the single "You Don't Know," a track that peaked at number 12 on the and marked his breakthrough. These joint efforts underscored the label's collective dynamic, blending East Coast grit with Cashis's Midwestern edge. In his independent phase, Cashis forged a sustained partnership with producer Rikanatti, beginning with their early group Renegadez in the late 1990s and extending through the County Hound series. Rikanatti handled production on multiple projects, including the 2007 EP The County Hound EP and later installments like The County Hound 2 (2013), allowing Cashis to explore gritty, West Coast-infused sounds. Recent singles reflect Cashis's adaptation to contemporary hip-hop trends, blending his core style with modern trap production. Tracks like "" (2025, produced by Rikanatti) and "" (2024) feature heavy 808 basslines and trap hi-hats, signaling his engagement with evolving genre shifts while preserving thematic depth.

Discography

Studio albums

Cashis's debut studio album, The Art of Dying, was released independently on October 30, 2012, through Bogish Brand Entertainment in association with RBC Records. The project consists of 17 tracks, with production handled by Gutta Beatz, Young , Rikanatti, SK8 Beatz, and others, highlighting Cashis's raw style and features from artists like Royce da 5'9" and Game. User reception praised the album's independent execution and long-awaited arrival following his tenure. His second studio album, The County Hound 2, arrived on October 15, 2013, via Bogish Brand Entertainment. Featuring 16 tracks, it includes notable production from on four songs, alongside contributions from Rikanatti, Cin-A-Matik, and 1Down, with guest appearances by King Los, K-Young, and Crooked I. Critics noted its solid flow and emotional depth in tracks like "Serenade My Life," though some found the themes of street life and repetitive; overall, it earned a mixed but generally positive response for showcasing Cashis's talent. The County Hound 3, released on April 7, 2015, under Bogish Brand Entertainment, serves as a in the series with 14 tracks. Production credits include , Cin-A-Matik, and The Coalition, featuring collaborations with , Roscoe, and Rikanatti. The album emphasizes Cashis's West Coast influences and personal storytelling, promoted by singles like "A-Rod (The G-Mix)." The fourth installment, The County Hound 4 (also known as CH4), was issued on September 6, 2019, through Bogish Brand. This full-length effort explores mature themes of resilience and street survival, with production largely self-handled or by frequent collaborator Rikanatti. It received modest user acclaim for its consistency within the series. County Hound 5, released on November 20, 2020, via Bogish Brand Entertainment, continues the series with 10 tracks. It features production from Rikanatti and others, maintaining the gritty themes of street life and loyalty. Cashis's most recent studio in the series, CountyHound 6, was released on January 12, 2024, through Bogish Brand Entertainment. Comprising 12 tracks, including "Poison," "OMW," and "Capo Season," it features production from Rikanatti and others, underscoring Cashis's ongoing independent output without major commercial charting. Euthanasia, released on July 24, 2014, via Bogish Brand Entertainment, is a 15-track delving into themes of mortality, loss, and introspection amid personal hardships. This project highlighted his evolution toward more vulnerable , with collaborations underscoring its emotional core.

Extended plays

Cashis has utilized extended plays as vehicles for rapid artistic output, often delivering concise collections with thematic depth and polished production that bridge gaps between full-length albums. These EPs have been particularly prominent in his independent era, allowing exploration of personal narratives like street life, mortality, and resilience, while maintaining fan engagement through series-based releases. His debut EP, The County Hound EP, released on May 22, 2007, via and , featured 8 tracks primarily produced by and debuted at number 106 on the US Billboard 200 chart. The project showcased Cashis's raw style and served as a major label introduction following his features on Eminem Presents: The Re-Up.

Mixtapes

Cashis's mixtapes have served as a cornerstone of his career, enabling him to cultivate a dedicated underground fanbase through high-volume, unpolished releases that emphasize raw storytelling and West Coast aesthetics. These projects, often distributed for free via digital platforms such as and , allowed him to bypass traditional industry gates and maintain momentum during periods of label transitions and independent phases. By prioritizing accessibility and frequency over production extravagance, Cashis used mixtapes to experiment with themes of street life, loyalty, and personal resilience, fostering buzz that complemented his major label appearances. His mixtape catalog includes notable series that span decades, such as the Rooftop Series, which began with Vol. 1 in 2011, highlighting his evolving independence and featuring introspective content amid his exit from . The foundational Bogish Boy Vol. 1, released in 2006, laid the groundwork for his signature sound with gritty narratives produced by collaborators like Rikanatti. Key standalone mixtapes further illustrate his prolific approach and strategic use of the format for promotion and reflection. For instance, Attention All Modelz in 2008 served as pre-major debut hype, showcasing charismatic, club-ready tracks to broaden his appeal ahead of full Shady integration. Later, Shady Capo in 2016 offered a retrospective on his label days, with lyrics revisiting collaborations and challenges faced during that era, reinforcing his enduring ties to the Shady legacy while asserting autonomy. I'm Getten Mine, released in 2015, captured his independent grind with tracks blending aggressive flows and motivational anthems. Overall, these mixtapes underscore Cashis's commitment to fan engagement, with distribution models focused on digital downloads and streaming to maximize reach in the underground circuit.

Singles

Cashis's prominent singles span his early major-label exposure through independent releases, often highlighting his gritty lyricism and collaborations with key producers like and Rikanatti. His breakthrough came via high-profile features on projects, followed by solo efforts that emphasized street narratives and personal resilience, with varying commercial traction primarily in rap charts and digital streaming. One of Cashis's earliest and most successful singles was "You Don't Know," released in 2006 as part of the compilation Eminem Presents: The Re-Up. Featuring , , and , the track peaked at number 12 on the , driven by strong radio airplay and a directed by Mr. Dawson that showcased the artists' camaraderie amid urban settings. The single's aggressive production by underscored Cashis's raw delivery, marking his introduction to mainstream audiences. In 2007, Cashis released "Talkin' All That" as his first solo single from the same compilation, produced by Rikanatti. The track received praise for its hard-hitting beat and Cashis's confident flow, positioning it as a standout on the project and gaining traction through promotion, though it did not chart on major lists. Shifting to independent work, "Layin' in the Cut" served as the for Cashis's 2013 The County Hound 2, co-produced by and Rikanatti. Released on April 30, 2013, it featured introspective lyrics over a moody beat, with a emphasizing Cashis's return to form, but it achieved limited performance beyond niche rap playlists. In recent years, Cashis has focused on collaborative singles via digital platforms. "The Things," released on September 29, 2023, by Rikanatti featuring Cashis, , and with additional vocals by Franky Deluxe, explored themes of perseverance and street life, promoted through and streaming services without major chart entries. "," a 2024 single with Knox Hill released on April 5, 2024, blended motivational bars with intense production, accompanied by an official video that highlighted their chemistry and garnered views on , reflecting Cashis's ongoing relevance in underground rap circles. "MISENCAUSE," released on February 7, 2025, as a collaboration with M.V.T, addressed themes of misunderstanding and resilience, distributed via streaming platforms. On April 18, 2025, Cashis teamed up with longtime collaborator Rikanatti for "Pressure," a high-energy track emphasizing resilience under duress, distributed via major streaming platforms and promoted as a return to their signature sound, though early metrics show modest streaming uptake. Most recently, "Baddies Luv Cashi$ Mymy," released on July 9, 2025, is a solo single showcasing club-oriented vibes, available on streaming services.

Criminal convictions and incarcerations

Cashis's early life in Chicago's South Side was marked by involvement with the gang, which contributed to a series of legal troubles in the pre-2000s era. He was arrested for a violation, leading to a short sentence served in 1999. This experience profoundly influenced Cashis's music, with themes of , life hardships, and personal becoming central to his . In a , he reflected on his time in jail, stating, "He don’t have to go to jail like I went to jail, he don’t have to be a felon," emphasizing his desire to guide the next generation away from similar paths through his art. No further major convictions have been reported since 2010, as of November 2025.

Family and personal challenges

Cashis is a to 11 children, a fact he shared during a while emphasizing the importance of family time during the holidays. He has frequently referenced his children as a key motivation in his , portraying them as a driving force amid personal hardships, though he has kept specifics about their names or numbers private beyond general mentions. He has resided in , since relocating from in his youth, describing it as an ideal environment for raising his children due to the city's safety and opportunities, with his children attending local public schools. Cashis's personal narratives and music often explore themes of loss and , reflecting ongoing emotional struggles. In the track "The Pain" from his 2013 album County Hound 2, he alludes to through references to smoking high-quality drugs and a "methamphetamine pedigree," while contrasting these with commitments to his wife and kids. These elements underscore broader challenges, including self-inflicted pain and inner demons, portrayed as central to his life experiences. As of November 2025, Cashis maintains a relatively low public profile centered in Orange County, prioritizing his endeavors.

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