Hip-Hop Soul Artist Chi TheRealist is a forceful multifaceted phenomenon that pushes vulnerability in men to the forefront. A rapper, singer, actor, and spoken word artist, the proclaimed “J. Cole of Rochester” was originally born on January 1st 1994 in Chicago IL which is how he got the beginning of his name, he was then moved to Rochester NY where he was raised. As a teen Chi began writing due to the inspiration of his motherless upbringing. and has since used his writings to deliver messages of healing to anyone who listens. "Powerful", "Energetic", "A Healing Experience", are some words used to describe Chi TheRealist. Watching Chi perform live will leave you with a full heart and mountain-moving motivation. His goosebump-inducing passion and high energy are unlike no other. This has allowed him to perform in venues alongside the likes of Joyner Lucas on his ADHD Tour, as well as Rochester's hometown hero Danielle Ponder, where there wasn't a dry eye throughout the 10,000-person crowd. Chi Has Received numerous Hometown nominations including: Hip-Hop Male Artist of the Year 2x Best Male Poet 3x Best Music Video 2x Album of the Year (When We Party)