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Edited Biography:
Byron O. Thomas, professionally known as Mannie Fresh, was born on March 20, 1969, in New Orleans, Louisiana. A lifelong music enthusiast, Mannie developed his skills as a DJ in his hometown, performing at local clubs and parties. His professional music career began in 1987 with a collaboration with rapper MC Gregory D, also from New Orleans.
Together, they released their debut album, Throwdown, which was produced by Mannie Fresh, while Gregory D performed the vocals. Their partnership resulted in two additional albums, one released in the late 1980s and the other in the early 1990s. Mannie’s final collaborative project with Gregory D was released in 1993, the same year he was introduced to Bryan "Baby" Williams.
Following his introduction to Bryan “Baby” Williams, Mannie Fresh joined Cash Money Records as the label’s in-house producer. This marked the beginning of a significant chapter in his career, spanning over a decade from 1993 to 2005. During this period, Mannie played a crucial role in shaping the label’s sound and contributed to its rise in the hip-hop industry.
He was instrumental in producing chart-topping albums for the Hot Boys, a rap group that included B.G., Juvenile, Lil Wayne, and Turk. Mannie’s innovative production style helped define the group's signature sound. In addition to group projects, he also worked on solo tracks with each artist as their popularity grew.
Alongside his production work for others, Mannie Fresh launched his own solo career. He released his debut solo album, The Mind of Mannie Fresh, in 2004. The album included the single “Real Big,” which gained commercial success and peaked at number 72 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Due to financial disagreements, Mannie parted ways with Cash Money Records in 2005. He later signed with Def Jam South and released his second solo album, Return of the Ballin’, on October 27, 2007. Entirely produced by Mannie Fresh, the album featured notable guest appearances, including Lil Jon and Rick Ross, and was well received by fans.
In addition to his solo work and label affiliations, Mannie Fresh founded his own label, Chubby Boy Records. Through this venture, he has continued to support and mentor emerging artists while producing music under his creative direction. As of recent estimates, his net worth exceeds $15 million.
Despite his public career, Mannie Fresh maintains a low profile regarding his personal life. He is known to be based in Louisiana and has a close, almost familial bond with rapper Lil Wayne, whom he has mentored since the early days of Cash Money Records.
His sister, Angela Bryant, tragically made headlines in 2007 when she was murdered in her home in New Orleans. Mannie has not publicly discussed the incident in detail, reflecting his generally private nature when it comes to personal matters.
Speculation surrounding his marital status and potential children remains unverified. Mannie Fresh chooses not to speak about his romantic relationships publicly, and little is known about any longtime partner. This discretion has resulted in rumors that remain unconfirmed.
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