Lazarus (Travie McCoy album)
Lazarus is the debut studio album by American rapper Travie McCoy released on June 8, 2010. McCoy announced his plans to pursue a solo career in early 2010, although he insisted that Gym Class Heroes had not broken up. After creating demos of melancholy and low-tempo songs, McCoy decided to abandon his early material and start over, as he claimed the songs were "too personal". He began to write more uptempo "party anthems" with lyrical themes of overcoming grief. Musically, McCoy draws from various influences on the record, including hip hop, reggae, and rock.
Lazarus (Travie McCoy album)
Bruno Mars wrote the lyrics to "Billionaire" while producing an album for the Sugababes in London.
McCoy performing on March 18, 2011, in Montreal as part as the Sgt. Schlepper's Who Needs Hearts Club Band Tour.
Travis Lazarus "Travie" McCoy is an American rapper, singer, and songwriter. He is the co-founder and lead vocalist of the rap rock band Gym Class Heroes, in addition to having a solo career. McCoy became involved with punk rock scenes as a teenager. He formed the band Gym Class Heroes with childhood friend Matt McGinley; after several line-up changes, the group was signed to Fueled by Ramen, which released their debut album.
McCoy in 2005
McCoy in 2007
McCoy performing on March 18, 2011, in Montreal, Quebec.