RiotUSA
American record producer / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Ephrem Louis Lopez, Jr., known professionally as RiotUSA, is an American record producer, songwriter, and rapper.[1] Born in Manhattan and raised in the Bronx[citation needed], he is best known for his musical productions for fellow Bronx native and rapper Ice Spice, who he met at State University of New York at Purchase in 2021.[2]
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Birth name | Ephrem Louis Lopez, Jr. |
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Origin | New York City, U.S. |
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Years active | 2021–present |
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RiotUSA first gained major recognition in late 2022 after producing Ice Spice's breakout single "Munch (Feelin' U)", along with her follow-up singles "Bikini Bottom" and "In Ha Mood".[3] He co-wrote and produced the entirety of her debut extended play, Like..? (2023), while also serving as executive producer on the project.[1][3] That same year, he produced and co-wrote "Barbie World" (with Nicki Minaj and Aqua) from the soundtrack to the 2023 film Barbie, and co-wrote the remix of "Karma", by Taylor Swift featuring Ice Spice.[2][1]