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Calvin Ross is an accomplished R&B singer and producer from Tennessee. Recently, he received the Best R&B Artist of the Year award from Black Only LLC in Atlanta, GA, having previously won the same accolade in 2022.
The artist just released a new hit single titled “Cuttin Up” featuring 2c’s. Following the ascent of their debut EP to No. 30 on the iTunes Charts, they released “Cuttin Up,” a dynamic single that combines a hip-hop edge with R&B soul. The track evokes dark, cinematic chords and an epic, stadium-ready beat that captivates listeners from the very first bar and maintains its grip throughout.
The production was mainly programmed by Drum Squad Records producer Chriz Beatz, Calvin Ross layered the drum pattern, and 2c’s also played a major role with the instrumental. Which opens on an eerie chord progression, laying the groundwork for a relentless, anthemic rhythm. Layered over pulsing kicks and crisp snares, the instrumentation shifts with dynamic flourishes—subtle hi-hat rolls giving way to bold stabs of melody. This sonic architecture provides a dramatic backdrop for Ross and 2c’s razor-sharp flows, each verse characterized by tight delivery and unbridled intensity.
Listeners will find themselves swept up in the track’s momentum: the chorus builds into an irresistible surge of energy, primed for turn-up moments and late-night drives alike. “Cuttin Up” balances introspective lyricism with commanding bravado, highlighting both artists’ knack for crafting memorable hooks and punchlines that land with precision.
Their collaboration not only reaffirms their chemistry but also demonstrates artistic growth, expanding upon the bold experimentation of their first EP while maintaining the accessibility that won over fans worldwide. With “Cuttin Up,” Calvin Ross and 2c’s deliver a single guaranteed to energize playlists, clubs, and airwaves this summer.
ABOUT CALVIN ROSS
Calvin Ross was unfortunately taken from his parents at the young age of just a few months, along with his older sister, Domonic Ross, and placed into foster care. He remained in the same foster home with six other children until he turned nine, at which point his paternal grandparents relocated him to Detroit.
Calvin began his music journey at the age of 17, shortly after returning to Tennessee following a six-year stay in Detroit. He obtained a friend’s music setup for $100, which allowed him to start creating beats using Fruity Loops. Once he became familiar with producing his own beats, he leveraged his singing talent and began recording and mixing his music.
“I didn’t want to release any music until it sounded really good,” he stated.
After winning a showcase at P. Diddy’s studio, Daddy’s House, Calvin Ross had the opportunity to meet with an A&R representative from Def Jam Recordings, who further validated his abilities. Following this encounter, he began to take his music career more seriously and has since achieved remarkable success.
Currently, Calvin Ross lives in Atlanta, where he primarily produces Urban R&B music, drawing inspiration from artists such as Michael Jackson, Usher, Ginuwine, and R. Kelly.
“The feeling I get when someone sincerely tells me they enjoy my music is the best feeling in the world,” Ross expressed. “I let the instrumentals communicate with me and guide my lyrics.”
Having grown up in a Tennessee neighborhood where crime and violence are prevalent, Calvin Ross possesses a vibrant story to share—one that continues to distinguish his music from others.
To date, he has opened for artists like Avant, Urban Mystic, YFN Lucci, Yung Bleu, and Snootie Wild, and he relentlessly pursues his aspiration of having his music reach the No. 1 spot on Billboard.
ABOUT 2c’s
2c’s hails from Jackson, Tennessee, where music flowed through his family’s veins from day one. His uncle, “Big Chuck,” kept him up to date with every new release—36 Ball & G, DJ Squeaky, Dayton Family—and his parents filled the house with old-school blues around the clock. Growing up, his world revolved around these sounds, even as he navigated the streets.
At 15, 2c’s streetwise hustle led him to Young Mexico’s studio, where he first laid vocals over hard-hitting beats. Watching Mexico perform on BET’s 106 & Park, he realized success beyond his hometown was possible. This moment ignited his drive to pursue music as more than a pastime.
For 2c’s, music has always been about legacy, not money. He aims to leave an enduring imprint for his children and family, believing that music heals and uplifts the soul. His creative philosophy is rooted in authenticity and the transformative power of sound.
His musical influences span Southern rap and beyond: Young Dolph, Future, Three 6 Mafia, and Ball & G shaped his lyrical style, while working around Drumma Boy taught him the importance of surrounding himself with the right collaborators. In the studio, he and co-producer/engineer Chriz Beatz lock in to sculpt fresh, boundary-pushing sounds—Beatz remains his go-to engineer for realizing his vision.
A true multi-hyphenate, 2c’s is a rapper, songwriter, producer, and composer. He began making beats as a backup plan, but his talent quickly led to credits with major artists: Ludacris, Megan Thee Stallion, Daedae, Jay Fizzle, Big Moochie Grape, Dej Loaf, BAK J, FBG Murda, Young Buck, and many more. Today, 2c’s stands as both artist and architect, crafting tracks that resonate long after the last note fades.
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