Scorey
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November 26, 1998[citation needed]
- Rapper
- singer
- songwriter
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| Also known as | Scorey AKA Scorey Ayee |
| Born | Bakari Ward November 26, 1998[citation needed] Syracuse, New York, U.S. |
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| Years active | 2018–present |
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Bakari Ward (born November 26, 1998)[citation needed], known professionally as Scorey or Scorey Ayee, is an American rapper and singer from Syracuse, New York. He was the first artist signed to Only Dreamers Achieve Records in 2020, a record label created by Chicago rapper Polo G.[1] Scorey describes Polo G as a mentor to him[2] and he has been described as a protégé of Polo G.[3] His second studio album "If You Feel Lost" released on March 21st 2025.
Ward grew up listening to rappers such as Lil Wayne, G Herbo and 50 Cent. He mimicked their style and freestyled with his friends. He began recording music in 2018 and taking it seriously in 2019.[2][4]
During his childhood he enjoyed playing basketball and played on a basketball team either from a club or school.
Ward's music is often influenced by his deceased friends. This includes a friend named Leah, who is referenced multiple times in his songs.[5] In addition, he references Zachary "Zuly" Holloway, who is featured in many of his early music videos. Ward's song "Victim" is filmed at a gathering for Holloway's passing.
When Ward was 21, he nearly died after taking fake Percocet pills that contained fentanyl. He was rushed to the hospital after he blacked out, and has since quit taking Percocet.[6]