Date of Birth: November 9, 1978
Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
Biography
Mark Althavan Andrews, better known by his stage name Sisqó, is an American singer, songwriter, record producer, dancer, and actor. He was born on November 9, 1978, in Baltimore, Maryland. Sisqó rose to fame as the lead singer of the R&B group Dru Hill, which formed in 1992. The group achieved significant success in the late 1990s with hits like “In My Bed,” “Never Make a Promise,” and “How Deep Is Your Love.” Sisqó launched his solo career in 1999 with the release of his debut album “Unleash the Dragon.” The album included the massively popular single “Thong Song,” which became a cultural phenomenon and earned Sisqó international fame. The success of “Thong Song” helped the album go multiplatinum and established Sisqó as a solo artist. Throughout his career, Sisqó has dabbled in acting, appearing in films like “Get Over It” (2001) and “Snow Dogs” (2002), as well as guest-starring in various television shows. He has also participated in reality TV, including the UK show “Celebrity Big Brother” and “Celebrity Wife Swap.”
5 Interesting Facts about Sisqo
1. Sisqó’s hair has become one of his trademarks; he is often recognized for his platinum blonde hairstyle.
2. “Thong Song” was nominated for four Grammy Awards, including Best R&B Male Vocal Performance and Best R&B Song.
3. Dru Hill, the group he originally gained fame with, was named after Druid Hill Park in Baltimore, a popular hangout spot for the members.
4. Sisqó has a distinctive tattoo of a dragon on his chest, which symbolizes his debut album “Unleash the Dragon.”
5. He was a contestant on the second season of the UK reality show “Celebrity Big Brother” in 2010.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Sisqo
1. “The ‘Thong Song’ is a song about nothing. And that’s what made it so awesome.”
2. “I always wanted to be an entertainer. I didn’t know I was going to be a singer, though.”
3. “I’m from the old school; I still believe in hard work and dedication.”
4. “I always try to put a little bit of my soul into everything I do.”
5. “Success is not measured by the position you reach in life, but by the obstacles you overcome.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Sisqó’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $6 million.
Children
Sisqó has two children. His daughter, Shaione Andrews, was born in 1995, and his son, Ryu Andrews, was born in 2012.
Relevant Links
1. [Sisqó’s IMDb Page](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0800234/
2. [Sisqó’s Discography on AllMusic](https://www.allmusic.com/artist/sisq%C3%B3-mn0000017925
3. [Sisqó’s Official Twitter](https://twitter.com/OfficialSisQo
5. [Dru Hill’s Official Website](http://www.druhillonline.com/
