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070 Shake Biography

news-detailsDanielle Balbuena, widely recognized by her professional moniker 070 Shake, is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, and actress whose distinctive vocal style and genre-bending artistry have garnered significant critical acclaim. She first rose to prominence through her association with Kanye West's record label, GOOD Music, and has since established herself as a compelling solo artist and a sought-after collaborator, most notably achieving international success with Raye's 2022 hit single "Escapism."

Born and raised in New Jersey, Balbuena adopted her stage name from the New Jersey–based musical collective 070, of which she is a member. The group released their mixtape, The 070 Project: Chapter 1, in 2016. That same year marked a pivotal moment in her career as she signed with Kanye West's GOOD Music, an imprint of Def Jam Recordings, setting the stage for her broader introduction to the music world.

Her debut extended play (EP), Glitter, was released in 2018, showcasing her unique sound. However, it was her guest appearances later that year that truly brought her widespread attention. She featured prominently on Kanye West's eighth studio album, Ye, lending her vocals to the tracks "Ghost Town" and "Violent Crimes." Both songs achieved commercial success, peaking within the top 40 of the Billboard Hot 100, solidifying her presence in the hip-hop landscape. During the same period, Balbuena also contributed her talents to other notable projects, guest performing on labelmate Pusha T's critically acclaimed album Daytona and New York rapper Nas's album Nasir.

Building on her collaborative successes, 070 Shake unveiled her debut studio album, Modus Vivendi, in 2020. The album was met with positive reviews from music critics, who lauded its atmospheric production and her introspective lyrics, though it did not chart commercially. She followed this with her sophomore studio effort, You Can't Kill Me, in 2022, which also received a positive reception from critics, further cementing her reputation as an innovative artist.

The year 2022 also saw 070 Shake achieve her most significant commercial breakthrough to date with her guest appearance on British singer-songwriter Raye's single "Escapism." The track became a global phenomenon, peaking at number 22 on the Billboard Hot 100 and soaring to the top of the UK Singles Chart. The widespread acclaim for "Escapism" culminated in a prestigious win at the 2024 Brit Awards, where it was honored as Song of the Year, underscoring 070 Shake's impact as a versatile and influential voice in contemporary music.