Christopher Townsend (born on February 22, 1991), better known as Topher, is an independent American rapper, songwriter, conservative political activist, and entrepreneur from Kilmichael, Mississippi.

Frustrated with backlash on Facebook, Topher began using TikTok to discuss political issues in December 2019,[4] often wearing his Santa hat and signature red hoodie.

[2] In December 2020, he released the single "The Patriot" (featuring The Marine Rapper) which reached #1 in the Billboard Rap Digital Song Sales chart.

[10][11] Following the performance, Spotify removed the song from its platform, and Instagram banned Topher from broadcasting live.

[12][13] Topher's song "I Left My Home" was featured in the 2021 movie A Journal for Jordan directed by Denzel Washington.