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Shade Sheist, born Tramayne Rayel Thompson on October 22, 1979, is an American rapper from Inglewood, California, known for his quintessential West Coast hip hop sound. Growing up in Inglewood and South Central Los Angeles, Thompson began his career in 2000 with the single "Where I Wanna Be," which he executive produced alongside local producer Damizza. The track, featuring Nate Dogg and Kurupt, was released through MCA Records and became a regional hit, establishing Sheist as an emerging voice in the California rap scene. After graduating from Alexander Hamilton High School in 1997, he developed his craft and began writing for other artists before launching his solo career.
Sheist released his debut studio album Informal Introduction on September 10, 2002, through Baby Ree Productions and MCA Records, featuring production from Damizza, DJ Quik, and Timbaland, with guest appearances from Nate Dogg, Warren G, Kurupt, Knoc-turn'al, and Fabolous among others. During the album's recording at Larrabee Studios and other Los Angeles facilities, he worked alongside Dr. Dre, who was recording in an adjacent studio room. Despite strong regional radio support and the success of singles like "Where I Wanna Be" and "Money Owners," the album faced promotional challenges due to the two-year gap between the lead single's release and the album's arrival. Throughout his career, Sheist has contributed to various film, television, and video game soundtracks while maintaining his presence in the West Coast hip hop community.
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