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|name = Only Won |image = Only Won Sacramento California State Fair concert 2010.jpg |caption = Only Won at a Sacramento California State Fair concert in 2010. |image_size = |background = solo_singer |birth_name = Baldwin Chiu |alias = |origin = |instrument = |genre = Christian hip hop, hip hop |occupation = Rapper, actor, stunt performer |Similar artists = |years_active = |label = LOG Records |associated_acts = |website = }} Only Won (born Baldwin Chiu, May 17, 1974 in San Francisco, California) is an American rapper, actor, producer and stunt performer. As a hip hop artist, he writes/performs rap, beatboxing, and singing. He is also a member of the Screen Actors Guild involved in acting and choreographing stunt work. Only Won started rapping professionally in 1991 after being influenced by hip hop pioneers Run DMC, Will Smith, dcTalk, and T-Bone. Because he started rapping in both English and Cantonese, some consider him to be the first Chinese American bilingual rapper.[1][2] "This Chinese American rapper has a refreshing and unique sound with a message born out of experience, having been in the game since '91."[3] At one point, he was labeled the "Christian" version of "Jin the MC". CareerAmong these things, Only Won is also a professionally licensed mechanical engineer with a PE License deeming him the "Lyrical Engineer".[1][4] The title track of his LP (The Lyrical Engineer), provides an exposition of the life and livelihood of a professional engineer. It demonstrates Only Won's technological acumen as well as his lyrical wit and dexterity. Only Won is also a favored guest speaker at conventions, schools, and youth events challenging and encouraging the next generation to pursue their dreams and passions while maintaining an education and focus on God.[5][6] Signed in 2009 under Los Angeles record label, LOG Records. Only Won has appeared as both a host and musical guest on JCTV and has been featured on collaboration albums. Only Won's release, "The Lyrical Engineer" is produced by Grammy nominated group Dynamic Twins,[7] Billboard winner Maximillian and Larissa Lam. The music video was directed and edited by Emmy Award-winning director, Marlon Jones. Only Won and Larissa Lam launched a viral music video title "Cantonese Boy"[8] which was a parody of the Grammy winning song American Boy by Kanye West and Estelle. After being seen performing "Cantonese Boy" in Chinatown, Only Won was asked to perform at the 2010 Green Globe Film Awards as they honored Asians in film and entertainment. As an actor and member of SAG, he appears in many feature films such as The Matrix Reloaded and The Matrix Revolutions, xXx2: State of the Union, Twisted, and Pursuit of Happyness.[9] He has also provided music for the soundtrack of Dead Man Down and the animated film, "The Monkey Prince".[10] He is also an advanced level martial artists having trained under the lineage of Kanbun Uechi and Wong Doc-Fai. He is a 3 time UC Berkeley Wushu Champion in tai chi, weapons, and push hands [11] and teaches Tai Chi in Hollywood. He has used some of his skills in choreographing fight scenes in movies and doing stunt work for Ang Lee in the movie Hulk.[12][13] On April 29, 2010 California State University, Sacramento, honored high-achieving alumni at an annual award ceremony called the "Distinguished Service Awards". This is the highest recognized award for CSU Sacramento. Baldwin was recognized for his contributions in engineering, his performances as Only Won: The Lyrical Engineer and other entertainment industry endeavors as well as his work with youth.[14] He received this award alongside KXTV ABC News anchor Cristina Mendonsa.[15][16] On Pi day 2012, Intel asked Only Won to be part of President Barack Obama's national White House campaign titled, Stay With It, designed to boost retention of students in undergraduate engineering programs.[17] Only Won releases
Other workTai Chiu Music was set up in 2008. After moving its location from Sacramento, California, TCM joined forces with LOG Records and producer Larissa Lam in Los Angeles. In 2011, Only Won released a "Geeked out" remix video of the hit song "Billionaire", titled "I Wanna Be An Engineer",[18] which was a parody that reached viral status{{Citation needed|date=May 2013}} and caught the attention of CNN, Discovery Channel, The Pentagon, and FIRST Robotics Competition. The song became the anthem to those in the engineering, technology, and science community.[19][20] It also reached No. 2 on Reddit.com on the viral hits list, gaining over 400,000 views in less than two weeks.{{Citation needed|date=February 2011}} The song "Crush 'em Like Godzilla" was inspired by Ed Wang, the first NFL player of full Chinese descent. In summer 2012, Only Won released two songs on the video game Sleeping Dogs. In Spring 2013, the song "JUN BAY" (aka: Get ready) was featured on the film Dead Man Down.[21] Reissues on other labelsLOG Records issued the 2010 release of Only Won-The Lyrical Engineer tracks for download, through major outlets (Amazon, iTunes, CD Baby, Nimbitmusic, etc.). Also featured with Holland music collaborating with One Truth. Filmography
Film MakerIn 2015, Only Won produced a Documentary short titled, Finding Cleveland with Larissa Lam as the director and music composer. It garnished multiple nominations for Best Documentary.[22][23][24] In 2016, Finding Cleveland won Best Documentary at the Oxford Film Festival.[25][26] The story started as a journey for him to search for his family roots, but instead of taking him to the far east, it took him into the deep south of Cleveland, MS. While the 12-minute documentary focuses on the family's discoveries about their roots, it also touches on a broader history, such as the treatment of Asian immigrants in the region and the role the Chinese Exclusion Act played in that.[27] AwardsDistinguished Service Award 1st ever Rising Star Award (2010).[28][29][30] Personal lifeIn March 2008, he married American talk show host, Singer/songwriter, director and producer Larissa Lam. The couple currently reside in Los Angeles, California.[31] Outreach and Community WorkOnly Won has worked with the community and uses his platform as an entertainer and engineer to encourage people to continue to seek out their dreams without giving up their education.[32] He strives to use his music to bridge a culture that needs to hear and feel the love of God.[33] See also
References1. ^1 {{cite web|url=http://www.crossrhythms.co.uk/articles/music/Only_Won_Surely_the_worlds_only_bilingual_Chinese_gospel_rapper/36378/p1/|title=Only Won: Surely the world's only bi-lingual Chinese gospel rapper|first=Tony|last=Cummings|date=July 10, 2009|work=Cross Rhythms}} 2. ^{{cite web|url=http://www.jacehallshow.com/news/nerdcore/20120913/daily-nerdcore-onlywon-unsung-hero-nerdcore/?fb_action_ids=10151496586327555&fb_action_types=og.likes&fb_source=aggregation&fb_aggregation_id=288381481237582|title=OnlyWon, the Unsung Hero of Nerdcore|first=Jeff|last=Nau|date=Sep 13, 2012|work=[Daily Nerdcore]}} 3. ^{{cite web|url=http://www.crossrhythms.co.uk/products/Only_Won/The_Lyrical_Engineer/95166/|title=Only Won - The Lyrical Engineer|first=Steve|last=Hayes|date=Aug 6, 2010|work=Cross Rhythms}} 4. ^{{cite web|url=http://localsearch.sacbee.com/sp?keywords=baldwin+chiu&aff=1100 |title=Archive DVD Action Flicks-Engineer Moonlighting in Showbiz|first=Bob|last=Shallot|date=March 26, 2007|work=Sacramento Bee}} 5. ^{{cite web|url=http://philippinefiesta.net/issues/2007/03-23/09.jpg|title=Hip Hop Christian|first=Peter|last=Marquez|date=March 23, 2007|work=Philippine Fiesta}} 6. ^{{cite web|url=http://philippinefiesta.net/issues/2007/05-11/06.jpg|title=Psalms of Hope at the New Hope Center|first=Jose|last=Marquez|date=May 11, 2007|work=Philippine Fiesta}} 7. ^{{cite web|url=http://www.crossrhythms.co.uk/articles/news/Full_Length_Debut/37199/p1/|title=Dynamic Twins' Noel Arthurton producing Chinese rapper Only Won|first=Cross|last=Rhythms|date=Aug 6, 2009|work=Cross Rhythms}} 8. ^{{cite web |url=http://www.oneinchpunch.net/2009/09/08/music-video-cantonese-boy-parody-of-estelles-american-boy |title=Cantonese Boy-Parody of American Boy |first=oneinchpunch |last=88bar |deadurl=yes |archiveurl=https://www.webcitation.org/6ADFYP0YM?url=http://www.oneinchpunch.net/2009/09/08/music-video-cantonese-boy-parody-of-estelles-american-boy |archivedate=August 26, 2012 |df=mdy-all }} 9. ^{{cite web|url=https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2069846 |title=IMDB The Internet Movie Database| work=IMDB}} 10. ^https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2986062/fullcredits?ref_=tt_ov_st_sm 11. ^{{cite web|url=http://www.csus.edu/org/mtl-arts/NewsArchive.html |title=Martial Arts Club of CSUS - News Archive |publisher=Csus.edu |date= |accessdate=October 26, 2011}} 12. ^{{cite web|url=http://www.cinema.com/people/042/272/baldwin-chiu/filmography.phtml |title=Baldwin Chiu Filmography |publisher=Cinema.com |date= |accessdate=October 26, 2011}} 13. ^ {{dead link|date=November 2012}} 14. ^{{cite web|url=http://www.ecs.csus.edu/portal/ecsnews.php?id=149 |title=The Lyrical Engineer | College of Engineering & Computer Science | Sacramento State |publisher=Ecs.csus.edu |date=October 14, 2010 |accessdate=October 26, 2011}} 15. ^{{cite web|url=http://www.sacbee.com/2010/04/21/2695397/sacramento-state-to-honor-distinguished.html#ixzz0lmLN8yWf|title=Sacramento State to honor distinguished alumni|first=Bill|last=Lindelof|date=April 21, 2010|work=Sacramento Bee}} 16. ^{{cite web|url=http://www.news10.net/news/story.aspx?storyid=80531&catid=348|title=Sac State Distinguished Service Awards|first=Michelle|last=Ponto|date=April 30, 2010|work=ABC News 10}} 17. ^{{cite web|url=http://www.csus.edu/sacstatenews/Articles/2012/03/StayWithItMatsui03-14-12.html|title=Campaign Encourages Future Engineers|first=Craig|last=Koscho|date=March 14, 2012|work=Sac State News}} 18. ^{{cite web|author= |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WiJczH3cr48 |title=I Wanna Be An Engineer - (Billionaire Geeked Out Mix) by: Only Won - the Lyrical Engineer |publisher=YouTube |date=January 18, 2011 |accessdate=October 26, 2011}} 19. ^{{cite web|url=http://www.channelapa.com/2010/10/lyrical-engineer-by-only-won.html|title=Lyrical Engineer by Only Won|first=Channel|last=APA|date=Oct 10, 2010|work=Channel APA}} 20. ^{{cite web|url=https://www.buzzfeed.com/sweetandnerdy/i-wanna-be-an-engineer-2jn8|title=I Wanna Be An Engineer|first=Buzz|last=Feed|date=February 1, 2011|work=BuzzFeed}} 21. ^https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2101341/soundtrack 22. ^http://www.findingcleveland.com 23. ^{{cite web|url=http://asiansonfilm.com/asians-on-film-festival-summer-quarter-2015-winners/|title=2015 Summer Quarter Winners|publisher=Asians On Film|date=October 15, 2015}} 24. ^{{cite web|url=http://www.baaff.org/2015-guests.html|title=2015 BAAFF Guests and Screenings|publisher=Asians On Film}} 25. ^{{cite web|url=http://www.oxfordeagle.com/2016/02/22/film-fest-ticket-sales-up/|title=Film fest ticket sales up|publisher=Oxford Eagle|date=February 22, 2016}} 26. ^{{cite web|url=http://oxfordfilmfest.com/oxford-film-festival/|title=BEST OF OXFORD SHORTS AT THE SHELTER MARCH 5 FREE!|publisher=Oxford Film Festival|date=February 26, 2016}} 27. ^{{cite web|url=http://www.nbcnews.com/news/asian-america/story-about-america-short-doc-explores-familys-immigration-story-n444476 |title='This is a Story About America': Short Doc Explores Family's Immigration Story|date=October 21, 2015}} 28. ^http://www.sacstatealumni.com/alumniDistinguishedService.stm|work=California State University, Sacramento 29. ^{{cite web|url=http://www.sacbee.com/2010/04/21/2695397/sacramento-state-to-honor-distinguished.html|title=Sacramento State to honor distinguished alumni|first=Bill|last=Lindelof|date=April 21, 2010|work=Sacramento Bee}} 30. ^{{cite web|url=http://www.statehornet.com/news/campus-to-honor-alumni-for-success-community-service-1.1375580|title=Campus to honor alumni for success, community service|first=Timothy|last=Sandolval|date=April 21, 2010|work=California State University, Sacramento}}{{dead link|date=March 2018 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=yes }} 31. ^{{cite web|url=http://christianwomenonline.net/2009/01/05/sunny-shell-interviews-larissa-lam/ |title=Sunny Shell Interviews Larissa Lam |publisher=Christianwomenonline.net |date=January 6, 2009 |accessdate=April 22, 2013}} 32. ^http://www.sacstatealumni.com/sacstateconnection/0510BaldwinChiu.htmCalifornia State University, Sacramento 33. ^{{cite web|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k7tGSqAiyv8|title=New Hope Concert Series - Fox 40 News|first=Albert|last=Im|date=April 1, 2007|work=Fox 40 News-Sacramento}} External links
17 : 1974 births|Living people|American beatboxers|American choreographers|American male film actors|American mechanical engineers|American musicians of Chinese descent|American people of Hong Kong descent|American rappers of Asian descent|American stunt performers|California State University, Sacramento alumni|Engineers from California|Male actors from the San Francisco Bay Area|Musicians from Pasadena, California|Rappers from the San Francisco Bay Area|West Coast hip hop musicians|21st-century American rappers |
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