LOS ANGELES (CelebrityAccess) – Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG) has signed songwriter/rapper/performer DaBaby to an exclusive global administration deal.
DaBaby is currently signed to South Coast Music Group (SCMG) in partnership with Interscope, which along with UMPG is owned by Universal Music Group (UMG). His current hits include the RIAA double Platinum-certified “Suge” (248 million streams), “Baby Sitter” ft. Offset (90 million streams), “Goin Baby” (90 million streams), “Bop” (50 million streams), “Vibez” (47 million streams), and “Intro” (35 million streams).
DaBaby’s debut album Kirk was released in September 2019 and hit No. 1 in the US. The 13-song album featured collaborations with Chance The Rapper, Nicki Minaj, Gucci Mane, Lil Baby, Kevin Gates, Stunna4Vegas and Migos. He has also featured on Lizzo’s “Truth Hurts,” Lil Nas X “Panini,” Gucci Mane’s “Richer Than Errybody,” Post Malone “Enemies,” YG’s “Stop Snitchin,” and Megan Thee Stallion’s “Cash Shit.”
UMPG Chairman and CEO Jody Gerson said: “A talented artist and songwriter, DaBaby has garnered hundreds of millions of streams and amassed a huge global fanbase. With support from myself, our A&R team and Interscope Records, UMPG’s Ari Gelaw developed a close relationship with DaBaby and South Coast Music Group to build this exciting partnership. We are looking forward to many great years of success with DaBaby.”
DaBaby added: “I feel great about my decision to join UMPG. I’m looking forward to working with their team and taking my vision to new heights.”
Arnold Taylor, SCMG CEO, said: “We are excited about this joint venture with UMPG and their amazing staff and look forward to breaking new barriers in the TV/Films era!”
Ari Gelaw, UMPG A&R Manager, added: “DaBaby is a multifaceted artist who has the ability to massively impact culture and still maintain an authentic connection with his fans. We are excited to embark on this partnership with DaBaby & South Coast Music Group.”
