BeatKing | |
Birth Name: | Justin Riley |
Alias: | Club Godzilla |
Birth Date: | 24 November 1984 |
Birth Place: | Houston, Texas, U.S. |
Death Place: | Houston, Texas, U.S. |
Genre: | Hip hop |
Instrument: | Vocals |
Years Active: | 2010–2024 |
Label: | C3 |
Justin Seth Riley (November 24, 1984 – August 15, 2024), known professionally as BeatKing and Club Godzilla, was an American rapper, songwriter, and record producer from Houston, Texas.[1] He was known for his viral 2010 single "Crush", the platinum-selling "Thick", and "Then Leave".[2] [3]
Riley began his music career in 2010 and debuted in 2014. Throughout his life, he worked with many artists, including Bun B, Paul Wall, Chamillionaire, Lil' Keke, DJ Chose, and Dorrough, among others.[4]
His manager announced that he died on August 15, 2024, after suffering a pulmonary embolism.[5] [6]
Year | Peak chart positions | Album | |||
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US Bub. | US R&B/HH | ||||
"Then Leave" | 2020 | 2 | 48 | Gangsta Stripper Music 4 |