August 08 (musician)
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| Also known as | August Grant[1] |
| Born | Ray Davon Jacobs January 2, 1992 Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
| Died | August 26, 2023 (aged 31) Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
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| Instrument | Vocals |
Ray Davon Jacobs (January 2, 1992 – August 26, 2023), known professionally as August 08, was an American musician.[2][3][4] He co-wrote the Billboard topping hit "I'm the One" by DJ Khaled featuring Justin Bieber, Quavo, Chance the Rapper and Lil Wayne.[5]
Early life
Jacobs grew up in South Los Angeles.[6][7] He had two older sisters.[8] Although he did not have any musical influence from his parents,[9] his introduction to music was due to his cousins. At their house, they and Jacobs used the digital audio workstation Fruity Loops, leading Jacobs to discover a passion for music production.[6]
Signing with 88rising and debut
In 2018, he signed with American music label 88rising.[10][11] He released his debut project, Father, on May 11, 2018.[12]
Death
August 08 was shot dead in a case of mistaken identity, after a group of Crips mistook him as a Blood over his red hat.[13] The musician's death was ruled a homicide. He died on August 26, 2023, at the age of 31.[14][15][16]
Posthumous album
His first posthumous album, Pretend It's Okay, was released on August 8, 2024.[17]
Discography
Studio albums
EPs
Singles
- "Funeral" (2018)
- "Lately" (2018)
- "Spiral" featuring Wynne (2018)
- "Blood on My Hands" featuring Smino (2019)
- "Simple Pleasures" (2019)
- "Lovely" with Bonnie McKee (2019)
- "Simple Pleasures" featuring GoldLink (2019)
- "Bussdown Your Soul" featuring Barney Bones (2020)
- "Keep Me Around" (2021)
- "500 Days" (2022)
- "Water Sign" with Jhené Aiko (2022)
- "Bruises" (2023)
Additional appearances
- Rich Brian – "Arizona" (2018)
- 88rising – "Midsummer Madness" with Joji, Rich Brian & Higher Brothers (2018)
- 88rising – "I Want In" with Niki (2018)
- 88rising – "Disrespectin" with Rich Brian & Higher Brothers (2018)
- 88rising – "Poolside Manor" with Niki (2018)
- 88rising & Krane – "Midsummer Madness [Krane Remix]" with Joji, Rich Brian & Higher Brothers (2018)
- Jesse Saint John – "Alex's Song" (2019)
- 88rising – "Calculator" with Barney Bones (2019)
- 88rising – "Hopscotch" with Barney Bones, Joji & Rich Brian (2019)
- 88rising – "Tequila Sunrise" with Jackson Wang, Higher Brothers & GoldLink (2020)
- Lata Harbor – "Wash My Hands" with Marc E. Bassy & Collett (2020)
- Barney Bones – "Warm Grits" (2020)
- Melo – "Talk Less and Feel More" with Higher Brothers & Barney Bones (2020)
- 88rising – "Midsummer Madness 20" with Danny Ocean, Joji, Rich Brian & Higher Brothers (2020)
- IX Wulf – "New Street Blues" (2021)
- Yng Webb – "Switch Up" (2021)
- Snoop Dogg Presents Algorithm – GYU featuring Ty Dolla $ign & Bino Rideaux (2021)
- Marqus Clae – "Safe Haven" (2022)
- Def the Halls – "Silent Night" (2022)
- Def the Halls – "Under the Mistletoe" with Kendra Jae (2022)
- House Party (New Motion Picture Soundtrack) – Baby Mama Benz featuring Barney Bones (2023)
- Tony Black – "Emotions" (2023)
References
- ↑ Sarah (July 20, 2022). "Meet August 08: Your New Shoulder to Cry On". Scrunchiezine.com. Retrieved October 18, 2022.
- ↑ Ju, Shirley (July 8, 2022). "August 08 Talks New Projects 'Towards The Sun,' 'Towards The Moon'". Sheen Magazine. Retrieved May 11, 2026.
- 1 2 "Look Towards the Sun with August 08". Office Magazine. Interviewed by Kerane Marcellus. May 20, 2022. Retrieved May 11, 2026.
- 1 2 Mosk, Mitch (July 15, 2021). ""I'm forever open": August 08 dives into the stunning depths of his intimate & vulnerable 'Emotional Cuh'". Atwood Magazine. Retrieved May 11, 2026.
- ↑ "AUGUST 08 (Def Jam)". Hitsdailydouble.com. Retrieved May 11, 2026.
- 1 2 "Meet Newcomer August 08 With His New Single "Keep Me Around"". Wonderlandmagazine.com. November 18, 2021. Retrieved July 1, 2023.
- ↑ Clark, Kevin L. (May 14, 2021). "August 08 Crafts The Perfect Playlist For Listeners Not Afraid To Tap Into Their Soft Side". Essence. Retrieved May 11, 2026.
- ↑ Teo-Blockey, Celine (August 29, 2019). "Front Man – After years of writing hits for others, South LA native AUGUST 08 is ready to set out on his own with a deeply personal sound". The Red Bulletin. Red Bull Media. Retrieved October 18, 2022.
- ↑ "Interview: August 08 On Working With His 88Rising Crew & Learning To Colour | Cool Accidents". June 18, 2019. Retrieved July 1, 2023.
- ↑ Wright, Georgie (April 11, 2018). "August 08 is set to be 88rising's next breakout star". i-D. Vice. Archived from the original on October 13, 2022. Retrieved May 11, 2026.
- ↑ Polo, Maxamillion (May 22, 2019). "August 08 – "Father Issues" [Live + Interview] – All Eyes On". Ones to Watch. Retrieved October 18, 2022.
- 1 2 Polo, Maxamillion (May 22, 2019). "August 08 – "Father Issues" [Live + Interview] | All Eyes On". Ones to Watch. Retrieved August 9, 2024.
- ↑ "L.A. hitmaker's red hat led accused killers to mistake him for gang rival, police say". Los Angeles Times. May 8, 2026. Retrieved August 13, 2025.
- ↑ "August 08, Singer-Songwriter, Dead At 31". Yahoo.com. August 29, 2023. Retrieved August 29, 2023.
- ↑ Elibert, Mark (August 29, 2023). "Singer Songwriter August 08 Dead at 31". Complex.com. Retrieved January 2, 2025.
- ↑ "Ray Davon Jacobs, 31". Homicide.latimes.com. November 8, 2023. Retrieved May 11, 2026.
- 1 2 Strauss, Matthew (August 9, 2024). "Def Jam Releases August 08's Posthumous Album". Pitchfork. Retrieved August 9, 2024.
- ↑ Schube, Will (August 16, 2022). "August 08 Returns With New Project 'Seasick'". uDiscover Music. Retrieved August 9, 2024.
- ↑ Folk, Antwane (August 31, 2019). "Stream AUGUST 08's New EP 'Happy Endings with an Asterisk'". Rated R&B. Retrieved August 9, 2024.
- ↑ Folk, Antwane (July 14, 2022). "August 08 Releases New EP 'Towards the Moon'". Rated R&B. Retrieved August 9, 2024.
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