The song preceded the release of his debut studio album 51/50 Ratchet (2007), which moderately entered the Billboard 200 and saw unfavorable critical response.

He began writing songs at 10 years old, and performed at high school talent shows while still in elementary.

under the moniker Hurricane, which garnered local attention and earned him a major label recording contract.

On August 8, Chris released his second commercial single, "The Hand Clap", also produced by Phunk Dawg.

The song features guest vocals from fellow local American rapper Superstarr, who also served as producer alongside Play-N-Skillz, and Q Smith.

The tape features productions from DJ Mustard, Hitmaka, DubMagic Roe and Drumma Boy, among others.