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| birth_date = {{birth date and age|1977|04|23}}
| birth_date = {{birth date and age|1977|04|23}}
| birth_place = [[New York City]], [[New York (state)|New York]], U.S.
| birth_place = [[New York City]], [[New York (state)|New York]], U.S.
| genre = [[Hip hop music|Hip hop]], [[R&B]]
| genre = [[Contemporary R&B|R&B]], [[Hip hop music|hip hop]]
| years_active = 1998 — Present
| years_active = 1998–present
| occupation = Singer
| occupation = Singer
| label =
| label = {{hlist|Foundation|[[Jive Records|Jive]]|[[Zomba Records|Zomba]]|[[Terror Squad Entertainment|Terror Squad]]}}
| associated_acts = {{hlist|[[Terror Squad (group)|Terror Squad]]|[[The Infinite Arkatechz]]|[[Knobody]]|[[Showbiz & AG]]}}
| | past_member_of = [[Terror Squad (group)|Terror Squad]]
}}
}}


'''Antonio Cruz''' (born April 23, 1977), known professionally as '''Tony Sunshine''', is an American [[contemporary R&B|R&B]] singer of [[Puerto Ricans|Puerto Rican]] descent, famous for his affiliation with [[New York City]] hip hop group [[Terror Squad (group)|Terror Squad]].<ref name="Birchmeier">{{cite web|url={{AllMusic|class=artist|id=terror-squad-p366641/biography|pure_url=yes}}|title=Biography: Terror Squad|last=Birchmeier|first=Jason|publisher=[[Allmusic]]|accessdate=26 November 2010}}</ref> He sang on tracks such as [[Cuban Link]]'s "Still Telling Lies", [[Fat Joe]]'s "All I Need" and [[Big Pun]]'s "100%". He released his debut single on [[Jive Records]] entitled "Oh My God" (featuring [[Sean Combs|Diddy]] and Dirtbag) in 2004.
'''Antonio Cruz''' (born April 23, 1977), known professionally as '''Tony Sunshine''', is an American [[contemporary R&B|R&B]] singer of Puerto Rican descent.{{cn|date=October 2024}} He is best known as a member of [[Fat Joe]]'s hip hop group [[Terror Squad (group)|Terror Squad]] in the late 1990s, and notably guest featured on group cohort [[Big Pun]]'s 2000 single, "[[100% (Big Pun song)|100%]]" and has also appeared on [[Cuban Link]]'s single "Still Telling Lies".<ref name="Birchmeier">{{cite web|url={{AllMusic|class=artist|id=terror-squad-p366641/biography|pure_url=yes}}|title=Biography: Terror Squad|last=Birchmeier|first=Jason|publisher=[[Allmusic]]|accessdate=26 November 2010}}</ref> His guest appearance alongside Armageddon on Fat Joe's 2003 single, "All I Need" peaked at number 54 on the [[Billboard Hot 100|''Billboard'' Hot 100]], while his guest appearance on [[Lumidee]]'s 2007 [[cover version|cover]] "[[She's Like the Wind#Lumidee and Tony Sunshine version|She's Like the Wind]]" peaked at number 43 on the chart. He was led by Joe to sign with [[Jive Records]] to release his 2004 debut single "Oh My God" (featuring [[Sean Combs|Diddy]] and Dirtbag), which failed to chart.


==Biography==
==Early life==
Raised in the Bronx, Tony was taken in at the age of 13 by [[Big Pun]], who attempted to secure a recording contract for the teen. He took the name Tony Sunshine, and eventually became a member of [[Terror Squad (group)|Terror Squad]]. [[Big Pun]] was like a big brother to Sunshine, also respected and understood his unique talent.<ref name="LoC">[http://www.dubcnn.com/2015/05/18/exclusive-interview-with-former-terror-squad-member-tony-sunshine/ DubCNN Interview]</ref> Tony has collaborated with [[R. Kelly]], [[Ginuwine]], [[T-Pain]], [[Fabolous]] and [[Capone-N-Noreaga]].
Raised in the Bronx, Cruz was discovered by fellow Bronx native [[Fat Joe]] at the age of thirteen, who attempted to secure a recording contract for the teen. Cruz then adopted the name Tony Sunshine, and ultimately became a member of [[Terror Squad (group)|Terror Squad]]. Fat Joe, the group's leader, said he respected and understood Cruz's talent.<ref name="LoC">[http://www.dubcnn.com/2015/05/18/exclusive-interview-with-former-terror-squad-member-tony-sunshine/ DubCNN Interview]</ref>


==Music==
==Career==
Tony Sunshine has sung vocals for Big Punisher on songs like "100%", "Laughin at You", and "My Dick". He has also appeared on some of Fat Joe's songs including "TS Piece", and "All I need". Terror Squad's debut album entitled ''Terror Squad'' was released in 1999, Tony Sunshine appears on several songs on that album also.
Cruz performed vocals for Terror Squad cohort Big Pun, on his songs "100%", "Laughin at You", and "My Dick". He has also appeared on Fat Joe's songs "TS Piece" and "All I Need". Terror Squad's [[Terror Squad: The Album|self-titled debut album]] was released in 1999, on which Cruz made numerous appearances. Cruz has also appeared on [[Cuban Link]]'s 24K album, contributing vocals to the tracks "Freak Out", "Still Telling Lies", "Hey Mama", and "Taste of Pastry".
Tony Sunshine working with music producer Aytekin storch,


[[Fat Joe]] was able to finalize a record deal for Tony in 2005 with Epic and [[Sony BMG]]. Tony Sunshine was released from Sony BMG in May, 2006 and was signed to Urban Box Office. In November 2006, UBO folded, leaving the future of Tony Sunshine's 2007 debut release uncertain. Tony released "[[She's Like The Wind]]", that featured fellow New York artist [[Lumidee]]. There is an English version and a Spanglish version.
Cruz signed with [[Jive Records]] to release his 2004 single "Oh My God", which failed to chart. Fat Joe was then able to finalize a record deal for Cruz in 2005 with Epic and [[Sony BMG]], although he was dropped in May of the following year and subsequently signed to Urban Box Office. In November 2006, the label collapsed and left Cruz as an independent artist. In 2007, he guest featured on fellow New York singer [[Lumidee]]'s single, "[[She's Like the Wind#Lumidee and Tony Sunshine version|She's Like the Wind]]". As well as the English version, a [[Spanglish]] version was also recorded.


In 2010, he independently released the single "Say Hey" (featuring [[Swizz Beatz]]) in July of that year. In 2015, Cruz released the mixtape ''No Filter''. In 2016, Cruz reunited with Fat Joe and Terror Squad, although this resulted in no major releases.
Tony Sunshine finally left Terror Squad in June 2008. Stated on a Myspace blog:

<blockquote>Everybody keeps asking me why I am no longer down with the Terror Squad. To answer everyone's question, let me start by saying that there is no beef. I left Fat Joe's camp like a gentlemen. I wish him and his family nothing but the best. But it was time for Tony Sunshine to stand on his own two feet and become a leader of his own movement.

So now I'm a free agent. But I recently signed a management deal with Darrin 'Dee' Dean. The C.E.O. of [[Ruff Ryders Entertainment]]. And the rest is about to become history. I have a new road manager, d.j., street team, etc. So expect to see a new and improved Tony Sunshine for 2008. This is going to be my year. Not my summer! Dee has me currently working in the studio with producers like Swizz Beats & Neo Da Matrix. So expect new hot music from Tony Sunshine very soon. I need my fans to understand that I was going through a lot of industry bullshit. And that is the reason you have not heard new music from Tony Sunshine. But it is 'FINALLY' over. And I 'FINALLY' got the clearance to do me. And that's exactly what I'm going to do.</blockquote>

In 2010, Tony was signed to [[Jive Records]] and is preparing his first full-length album with productions from [[Swizz Beatz]] and [[T-Pain]].
His first single "Say Hey" was released in July 2010 and was produced by Swizz Beatz.

Fast Forward to 2015, Tony has just released his new comeback mixtape where he skillfully blended R&B and Hiphop. Working with different producers and exploring his sound, his new mixtape "No Filter" has gotten acclaimed reviews on blogs, and online print. It is rumored that Tony is now working on a brand new LP with original material.

In 2016, Tony Sunshine reunited with Fat Joe and the Terror Squad. Tony Sunshine is working on a solo EP scheduled for release in late 2017, as well as highly anticipated joint ventures.


==Discography==
==Discography==
*2016: ''Danger''
*2016: ''Close''
*2018: TBA

===Singles===
===Singles===
*2003: "Grey Goose" <small>(featuring [[Fat Joe]])</small>
*2003: "Grey Goose" <small>(featuring [[Fat Joe]])</small>
*2004: "Oh My God" <small>(featuring [[Sean Combs|Diddy]] & [[Dirtbag (rapper)|Dirtbag]])</small>
*2004: "Oh My God" <small>(featuring [[Sean Combs|Diddy]] and Dirtbag)</small>
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*2007: "She's Like the Wind" <small>(featuring [[Lumidee]])</small>
*2010: "Say Hey"
*2010: "Say Hey"
*2011: "#1 Baby"
*2011: "#1 Baby"
*2013: "Don't Deserve"
*2013: "Don't Deserve"
*2015: "Crying"
*2015: "Crying"
*2016: "Danger" (featuring [[Chris Rivers]])
*2017: "Talk About it"
*2018: "Take Me Away"
*2019: "Bruce Leroy"
*2019: "Shots Fired"
*2020: "Wandas Son" (featuring Dre of [[Cool & Dre]])
*2021: "You Said"

===Featured singles===
*2000: "[[100% (Big Pun song)|100%]] <small>([[Big Pun]] featuring Tony Sunshine)</small>
*2000: "Still Telling Lies" <small>([[Cuban Link]] featuring Tony Sunshine)</small>
*2003: "All I Need" <small>(Fat Joe featuring Tony Sunshine and Armageddon)</small>
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*2007: "[[She's Like the Wind]]" <small>([[Lumidee]] featuring Tony Sunshine)</small>


===Mixtapes===
===Mixtapes===
*2015: ''No Filter'' <ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.ballerstatus.com/2015/05/07/tony-sunshine-its-going-down-dd35-exclusive/|title=Tony Sunshine – It’s Going Down (DD35 Exclusive) |publisher=BallerStatus.com |date=May 7, 2015}}</ref>
*2015: ''No Filter'' <ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.ballerstatus.com/2015/05/07/tony-sunshine-its-going-down-dd35-exclusive/|title=Tony Sunshine – It's Going Down (DD35 Exclusive) |publisher=BallerStatus.com |date=May 7, 2015}}</ref>


==References==
==References==
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==External links==
==External links==
*[https://www.instagram.com/iamtonysunshine/?hl=en Official Instagram Page]
*[https://www.instagram.com/iamtonysunshine/?hl=en Official Instagram]
*[http://www.facebook.com/BronxLoveInc Tony Sunshine Official Home]
*[http://www.facebook.com/BronxLoveInc Tony Sunshine on Facebook]


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Latest revision as of 21:05, 13 December 2024

Tony Sunshine
Born (1977-04-23) April 23, 1977 (age 47)
New York City, New York, U.S.
GenresR&B, hip hop
OccupationSinger
Years active1998–present
Formerly ofTerror Squad

Antonio Cruz (born April 23, 1977), known professionally as Tony Sunshine, is an American R&B singer of Puerto Rican descent.[citation needed] He is best known as a member of Fat Joe's hip hop group Terror Squad in the late 1990s, and notably guest featured on group cohort Big Pun's 2000 single, "100%" and has also appeared on Cuban Link's single "Still Telling Lies".[1] His guest appearance alongside Armageddon on Fat Joe's 2003 single, "All I Need" peaked at number 54 on the Billboard Hot 100, while his guest appearance on Lumidee's 2007 cover "She's Like the Wind" peaked at number 43 on the chart. He was led by Joe to sign with Jive Records to release his 2004 debut single "Oh My God" (featuring Diddy and Dirtbag), which failed to chart.

Early life

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Raised in the Bronx, Cruz was discovered by fellow Bronx native Fat Joe at the age of thirteen, who attempted to secure a recording contract for the teen. Cruz then adopted the name Tony Sunshine, and ultimately became a member of Terror Squad. Fat Joe, the group's leader, said he respected and understood Cruz's talent.[2]

Career

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Cruz performed vocals for Terror Squad cohort Big Pun, on his songs "100%", "Laughin at You", and "My Dick". He has also appeared on Fat Joe's songs "TS Piece" and "All I Need". Terror Squad's self-titled debut album was released in 1999, on which Cruz made numerous appearances. Cruz has also appeared on Cuban Link's 24K album, contributing vocals to the tracks "Freak Out", "Still Telling Lies", "Hey Mama", and "Taste of Pastry".

Cruz signed with Jive Records to release his 2004 single "Oh My God", which failed to chart. Fat Joe was then able to finalize a record deal for Cruz in 2005 with Epic and Sony BMG, although he was dropped in May of the following year and subsequently signed to Urban Box Office. In November 2006, the label collapsed and left Cruz as an independent artist. In 2007, he guest featured on fellow New York singer Lumidee's single, "She's Like the Wind". As well as the English version, a Spanglish version was also recorded.

In 2010, he independently released the single "Say Hey" (featuring Swizz Beatz) in July of that year. In 2015, Cruz released the mixtape No Filter. In 2016, Cruz reunited with Fat Joe and Terror Squad, although this resulted in no major releases.

Discography

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Singles

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  • 2003: "Grey Goose" (featuring Fat Joe)
  • 2004: "Oh My God" (featuring Diddy and Dirtbag)
  • 2010: "Say Hey"
  • 2011: "#1 Baby"
  • 2013: "Don't Deserve"
  • 2015: "Crying"
  • 2016: "Danger" (featuring Chris Rivers)
  • 2017: "Talk About it"
  • 2018: "Take Me Away"
  • 2019: "Bruce Leroy"
  • 2019: "Shots Fired"
  • 2020: "Wandas Son" (featuring Dre of Cool & Dre)
  • 2021: "You Said"
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  • 2000: "100% (Big Pun featuring Tony Sunshine)
  • 2000: "Still Telling Lies" (Cuban Link featuring Tony Sunshine)
  • 2003: "All I Need" (Fat Joe featuring Tony Sunshine and Armageddon)
  • 2007: "She's Like the Wind" (Lumidee featuring Tony Sunshine)

Mixtapes

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  • 2015: No Filter [3]

References

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  1. ^ Birchmeier, Jason. "Biography: Terror Squad". Allmusic. Retrieved 26 November 2010.
  2. ^ DubCNN Interview
  3. ^ "Tony Sunshine – It's Going Down (DD35 Exclusive)". BallerStatus.com. May 7, 2015.
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