CJ Fly

CJ Fly, born Chaine Downer Jr. on July 6, 1993, is a rapper hailing from Brooklyn, New York. He first gained attention as a founding member of the hip-hop collective Pro Era, alongside Joey Bada$$. CJ's journey in music began with a love for poetry in his childhood, which evolved into a passion for rap by the seventh grade.

Growing up in Bedford-Stuyvesant, CJ was influenced by a rich tapestry of musical styles, thanks to his Bajan mother and Jamaican father. His debut mixtape, "Thee Way Eye See It," released in 2013, showcased his lyrical prowess and set the stage for his future projects. CJ has since released several albums, including "Flytrap" (2016), "RUDEBWOY" (2020), and "NOT WHAT YOU'RE EXPECTING" (2021), each demonstrating his growth as an artist and his commitment to authentic hip-hop.

Genres

Underground Hip Hop

Hip Hop

Rap

Alternative Hip Hop

Conscious Hip Hop

East Coast Hip Hop

Boom Bap

Hardcore Hip Hop

Indie Hip Hop

Jazz Rap

New York Hip-hop

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Saba

IDK

Latest Release

READY

CJ Fly

Single - Released July 16, 2025