10 Things You Should Know About CJ Hilton

Get to know the rising R&B star.

Say Hello - In anticipation of his appearance on BET's 106 & Park, we offer a quick cheat-sheet bio on upstart R&B talent CJ Hilton. With his current smash single "So Fresh," featuring Nas, making waves on radio, the Baltimore native is the latest artist from BET's Music Matters program to stir a big buzz on the music charts. Click on for the 10 things you should know about CJ Hilton. (Photo: Kristian Dowling/PictureGroup)

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Say Hello - In anticipation of his appearance on BET's 106 & Park, we offer a quick cheat-sheet bio on upstart R&B talent CJ Hilton. With his current smash single "So Fresh," featuring Nas, making waves on radio, the Baltimore native is the latest artist from BET's Music Matters program to stir a big buzz on the music charts. Click on for the 10 things you should know about CJ Hilton. (Photo: Kristian Dowling/PictureGroup)

A Baltimore Love Thing - Baltimore, Maryland has produced its share of music stars, like the late 90's R&B group, Dru Hill, and the multi-talented crooner Mario. Now Music Matters alum CJ Hilton is the next R&B talent to come out of B-More.(Photo: Kristian Dowling/PictureGroup)

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A Baltimore Love Thing - Baltimore, Maryland has produced its share of music stars, like the late 90's R&B group, Dru Hill, and the multi-talented crooner Mario. Now Music Matters alum CJ Hilton is the next R&B talent to come out of B-More.(Photo: Kristian Dowling/PictureGroup)

Old Soul - While he considers R. Kelly and Usher his comtemporary R&B idols, CJ looks to soul music great Sam Cooke as his all-time favorite artist. (Photo: Courtesy of CJ Hilton)

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Old Soul - While he considers R. Kelly and Usher his comtemporary R&B idols, CJ looks to soul music great Sam Cooke as his all-time favorite artist. (Photo: Courtesy of CJ Hilton)

Mad Hatter - A fan of fitted caps, CJ has an extensive collection of hats. But he makes sure to rep his hometown by rocking his signature Baltimore Orioles fitted. On occasion you might catch the New York transplant in a Yankees fitted, too. (Photo: Courtesy of CJ Hilton)

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Mad Hatter - A fan of fitted caps, CJ has an extensive collection of hats. But he makes sure to rep his hometown by rocking his signature Baltimore Orioles fitted. On occasion you might catch the New York transplant in a Yankees fitted, too. (Photo: Courtesy of CJ Hilton)

Through the Wire - A fan of the Baltimore-based HBO series The Wire, CJ considers the savvy, street-smart character Stringer Bell his favorite character. It's no coincidence that Hilton is good friends with actor Idris Elba, who played the role of Stringer Bell. (Photo: Courtesy of CJ Hilton)

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Through the Wire - A fan of the Baltimore-based HBO series The Wire, CJ considers the savvy, street-smart character Stringer Bell his favorite character. It's no coincidence that Hilton is good friends with actor Idris Elba, who played the role of Stringer Bell. (Photo: Courtesy of CJ Hilton)

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Gangsta Flick - Like many 80's babies, CJ considers Al Pacino's classic film, Scarface, his favorite film. (Photo: Courtesy of CJ Hilton)

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Gangsta Flick - Like many 80's babies, CJ considers Al Pacino's classic film, Scarface, his favorite film. (Photo: Courtesy of CJ Hilton)

Who's the best MC ... - ... Biggie, Jay-Z or Nas? Rap icon Nas appears on CJ's hit single "So Fresh," and the R&B singer considers him among his three favorite rappers, along with the Notorious B.I.G. and Jay-Z. (Photo: Courtesy of CJ Hilton)

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Who's the best MC ... - ... Biggie, Jay-Z or Nas? Rap icon Nas appears on CJ's hit single "So Fresh," and the R&B singer considers him among his three favorite rappers, along with the Notorious B.I.G. and Jay-Z. (Photo: Courtesy of CJ Hilton)

What's Up Doc? - If CJ Hilton wasn't blessed with the talent to create dope music, the R&B crooner said he probably would have pursued a career in medicine. Much like he does with his music, Hilton says he enjoys "helping people." (Photo: Courtesy of CJ Hilton)

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What's Up Doc? - If CJ Hilton wasn't blessed with the talent to create dope music, the R&B crooner said he probably would have pursued a career in medicine. Much like he does with his music, Hilton says he enjoys "helping people." (Photo: Courtesy of CJ Hilton)

Teach Me - A self-taught musician, CJ Hilton plays the piano, bass guitar, drums, and is currently learning the how to play the violin. (Photo: Courtesy of CJ Hilton)

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Teach Me - A self-taught musician, CJ Hilton plays the piano, bass guitar, drums, and is currently learning the how to play the violin. (Photo: Courtesy of CJ Hilton)

Shrimp and Lobster - Ladies, if you figure the stomach is the quickest way to a man's heart, then consider that CJ names "seafood" as his favorite dish. (Photo: Courtesy of CJ Hilton)

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Shrimp and Lobster - Ladies, if you figure the stomach is the quickest way to a man's heart, then consider that CJ names "seafood" as his favorite dish. (Photo: Courtesy of CJ Hilton)

Coming Attraction - With his current smash single "So Fresh" cracking Billboard's R&B Hip Hop charts, fans are now waiting for CJ's debut album, Cold Summer. The wait will be over in December. Guest appearances on the album will include Raphael Saadiq and fellow B-more native Mario. (Photo: Courtesy of CJ Hilton)

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Coming Attraction - With his current smash single "So Fresh" cracking Billboard's R&B Hip Hop charts, fans are now waiting for CJ's debut album, Cold Summer. The wait will be over in December. Guest appearances on the album will include Raphael Saadiq and fellow B-more native Mario. (Photo: Courtesy of CJ Hilton)