August 08 (musician)


Ray Davon Jacobs, known professionally as August 08, was an American musician. He co-wrote the Billboard topping hit "I'm the One" by DJ Khaled featuring Justin Bieber, Quavo, Chance the Rapper and Lil Wayne.

Early life

Jacobs grew up in South Los Angeles. He has two older sisters. Although he did not have any musical influence from his parents, his introduction to music was due to his cousins. At their house, they and Jacobs used the digital audio workstation Fruity Loops, leading Jacobs to discover a passion for music production.

Signing with 88rising and debut

In 2018, he signed with American music label 88rising. He released his debut project, Father, on May 11, 2018.

Death

August 08 was shot dead in a case of mistaken identity, after a group of Crips mistook him as a Blood over his red hat. The musician's death was ruled a homicide. He died on August 26, 2023, at the age of 31.

Posthumous album

His first posthumous album, Pretend It's Okay, was released on August 8, 2024.

Discography

Studio albums

Father Emotional Cuh Seasick
  • ''Pretend It's Okay''

EPs

Happy Endings with an Asterisk Towards the Sun
  • ''Towards the Moon''

Singles

  • "Funeral"
  • "Lately"
  • "Spiral"
  • "Blood on My Hands"
  • "Simple Pleasures"
  • "Lovely"
  • "Simple Pleasures"
  • "Bussdown Your Soul"
  • "Keep Me Around"
  • "500 Days"
  • "Water Sign"
  • "Bruises"

Other appearances