Sisqo: The Man Behind the Thong Song

Early Life

Sisqo: The Man Behind the Thong

by Leah Furman

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Sisqo was born Mark Althavean Andrews in Baltimore, Maryland, on November 9, 1976. He grew up in a musical family and began singing and dancing at a young age. Sisqo attended Baltimore City College High School and was a member of the school's choir.

Music Career

Sisqo signed a record deal with Def Jam Recordings in 1998. His debut album, Unleash the Dragon, was released in 1999 and featured the hit single "Thong Song". The song peaked at number three on the Billboard Hot 100 and became a global hit. Sisqo followed up with three more studio albums, but none of them achieved the same level of success as Unleash the Dragon.

Acting Career

Sisqo has also appeared in several films and television shows. He made his acting debut in the 2000 movie "Honey". He has also starred in "Drumline" (2002),"The Bernie Mac Show" (2003),and "One on One" (2004).

Personal Life

Sisqo is married to Elizabeth Pham. The couple has two children. Sisqo is also a practicing Christian.

Legacy

Sisqo is a significant figure in popular culture. His hit single "Thong Song" is one of the most iconic songs of the 1990s. Sisqo is also a successful actor and dancer. He is a role model for young people and an inspiration to those who want to pursue a career in the entertainment industry.

Quotes

"I'm not just a one-hit wonder. I'm a multi-talented artist."

"I'm proud of my accomplishments and I'm grateful for the support of my fans."

Discography

• Unleash the Dragon (1999)
• Return of Dragon (2001)
• Dragonfly (2004)
• Last Dragon (2008)

Filmography

• Honey (2000)
• Drumline (2002)
• The Bernie Mac Show (2003)
• One on One (2004)

Awards and Nominations

• Grammy Award for Best Male Rap Performance (nominated)
• MTV Video Music Award for Best Rap Video (nominated)
• BET Award for Best Male Hip-Hop Artist (nominated)

Related Articles

• Sisqo on Wikipedia
• Sisqo on Allmusic
• Sisqo on IMDb