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What is Sisqó’s net worth?
Sisqo, the American R&B singer, songwriter, dancer, record producer, and actor has a net worth of $6 million, according to reports. He is best known for his hit song “Thong Song” and is also the lead singer of the group Dru Hill.
Sisqó: Early Life and Career
Sisqó, born Mark Andrews, is a musician from Baltimore, Maryland. He worked at The Fudgery in Harborplace before beginning his music career after graduating from high school in 1994. Known for his flashy style choices, including bleached hair and unique outfits, Sisqó quickly gained attention in the music industry.
Sisqó’s Music Career
Sisqó began his music career in 1996 as part of the group Dru Hill, which was signed by Island Records. The group was comprised of Sisqó, Larry Anthony, James Green, and Tamir Ruffin. They were all inspired by Druid Park, a park near their childhood neighborhood, and named their group accordingly.
Before their music career took off, Sisqó and his bandmates worked at The Fudgery, a fudge shop where they sang to customers while making fudge.
Sisqó’s Career Highlights
Sisqó left Dru Hill in 1999 to pursue a solo career. His debut album, Unleash the Dragon, gained momentum with the release of “Thong Song,” which reached number three on the charts and received four Grammy nominations. “Incomplete” followed, becoming a chart-topping hit.
In 1999, Sisqó helped create the all-female group LovHer, handpicking members through auditions. They contributed a track to the Rush Hour 2 soundtrack in 2001.
With Dru Hill’s reunion uncertain, Sisqó turned to television, hosting MTV’s Sisqó’s Shakedown and acting in films like Get Over It and Snow Dogs. He also appeared on Sabrina the Teenage Witch as a vampire.
Sisqó released his second LP, Return of the Dragon, while still waiting for Dru Hill’s reunion. Although it didn’t perform as well as his debut, it still achieved platinum certification and fared better in the UK. Dru Hill finally reunited in 2002 but were released from their record contract soon after.
Sisqó appeared on reality TV shows like Celebrity Big Brother and Keith Sweat’s Platinum House while continuing his music career. He collaborated with Marie Osmond on her single “Give Me a Good Song.” Dru Hill independently released their third album, InDRUpendance Day, in 2010.
In 2015, Sisqó released his third album, Last Dragon, which helped him return to the charts with singles like “L.I.P.s” and “A-List.”
Sisqó Arrested for Shooting at Car and Resisting Arrest
In 2003, Sisqó was arrested for shooting at a car from his porch and resisting arrest. He initially claimed that he was recording music at the time of the shooting, but police found gunpowder on his hands. Sisqó was charged with first and second-degree assault, reckless endangerment, and resisting arrest.
Personal Life
Sisqo has a daughter, Shaione (born 1995), with Jamila Farid, and a son named Ryū (born 2012) with girlfriend Elizabeth. Shaione appeared as a little girl in the music video for Thong Song. Sisqo, Elizabeth and their family moved to a modest home in suburban Minneapolis in 2015 and married in 2018. He reportedly sang “Thong Song” at the reception.
