Besides getting the rare Western world Coastline rapper signed to the East Coast-centric Def Jam, Mann was only 18 years of age when he was signed to the label. The L.A. indigenous studied performing and dance in senior high school and became a member of several regional hip-hop crews before trying a solo profession. In 2008 he agreed upon using the A2Z Entertainment company and a calendar year later he agreed upon with Def Jam. This year 2010 the label released his singles “Text message” with Jason Derülo and “Buzzin’” with 50 Cent.