Who I Am: Woodbridge, a Coach and the Name Shaboozey

I'm Shaboozey. My real name is Collins Obinna Chibueze, and I was born on 9 May 1995 in Woodbridge, Virginia. This shop is where my designs live, so here is the short story behind the name on them.

Where does the name Shaboozey come from?

It started with a high school football coach. He mispronounced my surname, Chibueze, and the version he said turned into the name I use today: Shaboozey.

Who are my parents?

My parents are Igbo Nigerians. My mother is a retired nurse.

What shaped my sound?

Two things from growing up stand out:

• My father's cowboy style and country music. That is where the western side of my music comes from.
• Hip-hop videos on 106 & Park. That is where the rap side comes from.

Put together, my music is a blend of country, Americana and hip-hop, with rock among my influences too.

When did it start?

In 2014 I released my first single, "Jeff Gordon", and in the same year I founded my film production company, V Picture Films. My first album, Lady Wrangler, followed in October 2018.

Where am I now?

Four albums in, from Lady Wrangler to The Outlaw Cherie Lee & Other Western Tales in 2026. On 1 February 2026 I won my first Grammy, Best Country Duo/Group Performance for "Amen" with Jelly Roll.

What will you find in the shop?

The designs that carry that story:

• The red Shaboozey script, with its long swoosh underneath.
• The bull rider, a cowboy on a bucking bull with the words Where I've Been, Isn't Where I'm Going.
• The tour poster, with Woodbridge, Virginia across the top.

Each one comes on tees, long sleeves, crewnecks and hoodies.

Find your design in the Shaboozey Merch shop.