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Major Nine is an artist-athlete who has transitioned from a professional NFL player to a rapper and music producer, recognized for his work with notable hip-hop artists.
Production placement on Rick Ross's 2017 album 'Rather You Than Me' for the track 'Apple of My Eye'. The album achieved a top five position on the Billboard 200.
Collaboration on the focus track "Shawty" from Major Nine's 2023 EP 'Nothin Major'.
Contributed a credited guest verse and production to the track "Trap Back" on their 2020 mixtape 'Slime & B'. The mixtape peaked at No. 24 on the Billboard 200 and received nominations at the Billboard Music Awards and Soul Train Music Awards.
Partnership with the official wine and champagne brand.
Chad Thomas, known professionally as Major Nine, was born on October 12, 1995, in Miami, Florida. His early life involved a strong inclination towards music, learning instruments like drums and piano from a young age. He attended magnet schools in South Florida, including the New World School of the Arts, to further his musical education. Simultaneously, Thomas excelled in football, leading Booker T. Washington High School to Class 4A state titles in 2012 and 2013. In 2012, he recorded 57 tackles and six sacks, followed by 71 tackles and eight sacks in 2013, earning him a 2013 second-team All-USA by USA Today selection. He chose to play college football for the Miami Hurricanes over offers from other prominent universities.
His collegiate football career at the University of Miami saw him start every game as a senior, where he recorded 41 tackles, 12.5 for a loss, and 5.5 sacks. This performance led to his selection by the Cleveland Browns in the third round (67th overall) of the 2018 NFL Draft, making him the sixth defensive end drafted that year. He signed a four-year, $4.08 million contract with a $1.04 million signing bonus. Outside of football, Thomas was actively building his music career. In 2017, he secured a production placement on Rick Ross’s album “Rather You Than Me” for the opening track “Apple of My Eye,” alongside Raphael Saadiq. In 2020, he contributed a credited guest verse and production to “Trap Back” on Chris Brown and Young Thug’s mixtape “Slime & B,” which peaked at No. 24 on the Billboard 200.
Major Nine has consistently released his own music projects, including nine sets since 2018. Notable works include 2019’s “Soulties.” His more recent projects, “Nothin Major” (2023) and “Kardiology” (2024), showcase his artistic growth. “Nothin Major” featured collaborations with Kodak Black, while “Kardiology” is described as an emotional, Miami bass-laced journey exploring themes of love. Major Nine emphasizes independence in his music career, founding his own label to maintain creative control and maximize business opportunities. He views his dual career paths in sports and music as interconnected, offering valuable lessons in life and business.
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