HoodCelebrityy

Tina Pinnock (born 5 July 1991), known mononymously as Tina and previously known professionally as HoodCelebrityy, is a Jamaican singer and songwriter. Born and raised in Portmore, Jamaica, Tina migrated to The Bronx, New York City at the age of 12. Currently signed to Epic Records, she released two mixtapes in 2017, Can't Believe It's Just a Girl and Trap Vs. Reggae. The latter album peaked at number 9 on the Billboard Reggae Albums chart. Her 2017 single, "Walking Trophy," peaked at number 22 on the R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay chart.

Early life

Tina Pinnock was born and raised in Saint Catherine Parish and Portmore, Jamaica. When she was 12, Pinnock and her family moved to The Bronx, New York. Prior to achieving fame, she worked at a clothing store and uploaded 15-second freestyle videos on her Instagram account.

Career

HoodCelebrityy's breakout came in 2015 when friend and future collaborator, Cardi B, posted about her song, "Wine Pon It". The song went viral soon after. In 2016, HoodCelebrityy was featured on the Jubilee song, "Wine Up." She would later be signed by the management company and record label, KSR Group. In January 2017, she appeared on Cardi B's mixtape, Gangsta...

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