Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG), a leading, global music publisher, announced that in-demand songwriter-producer Chi Chi has been signed to an exclusive, global publishing deal.

A Nigerian-American producer from Jonesboro, Georgia, Chidi “Chi Chi” Osondu specializes in creating “trap ballads,” blending classical notes to Atlanta’s popular trap sound. Chi Chi co-created the hit song “Throat Baby” by BRS Kash, which reached #1 on Urban Radio, has more than 29 million Spotify streams, and more than 14 million YouTube plays.

Additionally, he built a solid discography producing hits for Grammy-nominated rapper Lil Baby including “Solid,” “Get Money,” and “Social Distancing” from the major album ‘My Turn,’ as well as co-creating “Both Sides” by Lil Baby featuring Gucci Mane. The producer also collaborated with Rylo Rodriguez to create the popular track “No Fentanyl/Camera Roll.”

Speaking on the deal, he shared, “I’ve been working hard for a while now and have been able to make great strides. I am excited to get started with my new supportive team at UMPG and create history one record at a time.”

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