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Victor Kwesi Mensah, known professionally as Vic Mensa, is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer from Chicago, Illinois. Active in the music industry since 2009, Mensa’s early career began with his involvement in the group Kids These Days, which disbanded in May 2013. Following this, Mensa ventured into his solo career, releasing his debut mixtape, Innanetape. He is currently signed to Jay-Z’s Roc Nation label, among other music labels, and is also known by his other stage name, Vino.

A significant part of Mensa’s musical career is marked by his albums and collaborations. His debut studio album, The Autobiography, was released in July 2017, followed by a collaborative album, 93Punx, with the eponymous group in 2019. Mensa’s music extends across genres, with a particular focus on hip hop and punk rap. His debut single “Down on My Luck,” released in June 2014, paved the way for his burgeoning solo career.

In addition to his solo work, Mensa has been a part of multiple collaborative ventures. He is a founder of the hip-hop collective Savemoney, which includes fellow Chicago-based artist, Chance the Rapper. Mensa has also collaborated with other prominent artists in the music industry, including Kanye West and Flume, on songs such as “Wolves” and “Cocoa Butter Kisses.”

Throughout his career, Mensa has been recognized for his contributions to music. He has been nominated for prestigious awards, including the Image Awards (NAACP) in 2018 as an Outstanding New Artist and the Grammy Awards in 2016 for Best Rap Song for “All Day,” shared with songwriters Ernest Brown, Rennard East, and Allan Kingdom.