Viktory

Viktory is an American Christian rapper, songwriter, and record producer from Chicago, Illinois. He has released three studio albums, appearing six times on the Billboard charts. Early life

Born and raised in Chicago, Illinois, Viktory eventually moved to California. He did not grow up as a Christian and only became one in his freshman year of college.

Career

2008–2010: Believe It Now and The First of Many

Viktory released his debut album, entitled Believe It Now, in 2008. The album featured recording artist Marvin Winans, Jr. and included the single Hold Me Down. In 2009, Viktory released his sophomore album The First of Many.

2011–Present: R4 (Relentless 4ever), Vol. 2

In 2011, Viktory released his third album, Birth of a Legacy, Vol. 1, which charted 48 on the Top Christian album. Following the success of the album, he began receiving attention from competitive record companies to sign up with them. However, Viktory turned down the offers and remained independent. In 2012, he released R4 (Relentless 4ever) which reached 22 on the Billboard charts. In 2014, he released a sequel, R4 (Relentless 4ever), Vol. 2, which reached number 12 on the Billboard charts.

Awards and nominations

YearAwardNominee / Work CategoryResult 2012Stellar AwardsBirth of a LegacyRap, Hip Hop Gospel CD of the Year

Discography

Studio albums

+ List of studio albums, with selected chart positions Title Album details Peak chart positions US ChristUSGosUS HeatBirth of a Legacy, Vol. 1 Released: June 28, 2011 CD, digital download - 48 -R4: Relentless 4Ever Released: April 17, 2012 CD, digital download - 22 50R4: Volume 2 Released: 2014 CD, digital download 40 12 25