About 12 Gauge
Born 1968. 12 Gauge is an American rapper, singer and disc jockey.
Isiah Pinkney (born 1968), known professionally as 12 Gauge, is an American rapper, singer, and DJ.
He started out as a DJ, moving to rapping in the early 1990s, releasing three full-length albums. He is best known for his only top 40 single, "Dunkie Butt", which peaked at 28 on the Billboard Hot 100 and earned a gold certification.
Discography 12 Gauge (Scotti Bros., 1994) US Billboard 200 peak #141, US R&B peak #44 Let Me Ride Again (Scotti Bros., 1995) Freaky One (Roadrunner Records, 1998) Da Shotgun Kid (Catapult Records., 2009)
Single "Dunkie Butt (Please Please Please)" - Billboard Hot 100 peak #28, Hot Rap Singles peak #3
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Frequently asked questions
Who is 12 Gauge?
American rapper from Georgia
When was 12 Gauge born?
12 Gauge was born in 1968 in Augusta.
What is 12 Gauge's occupation?
12 Gauge is a rapper, singer and disc jockey.
What nationality is 12 Gauge?
12 Gauge is American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). 12 Gauge. https://biography.guide/12-gauge/
MLA: "12 Gauge." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/12-gauge/.
Chicago: "12 Gauge." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/12-gauge/.
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