CharlesFrancisX

Chicago

Born in ’85—the year the Bears dominated—this Chicago native with Guatemalan roots was born in Ravenswood, raised in Hermosa and Rogers Park, before relocating to Skokie in ’94-’95. Raised on the energy of the city and his heritage, his roots remained firmly established through every move. His journey into hip-hop began with the iconic sounds of Warren G’s Regulate...G Funk Era. That landmark album ignited a passion for beatmaking, leading him to begin producing his own tracks back in 2001. For over two decades, the music remained a private creative outlet while he built a life and started a family in Wisconsin. Now, he is finally stepping into the spotlight to share his instrumentals with the world. His message to the younger generation is clear: don't sleep on your gifts, ignore the haters, and never let your talent go to waste—because the internet is forever. With one album on the horizon and potentially a second to follow, the journey is just beginning. Enjoy the instrumentals.