Shaboozey to Star in Netflix’s ‘Hitmakers’ Docuseries

Country and hip-hop sensation Shaboozey is set to star in Netflix’s upcoming docuseries/reality show Hitmakers, premiering on July 24, 2025. The Virginia-born artist, born Collins Obinna Chibueze, has skyrocketed to fame with his chart-topping single A Bar Song (Tipsy) and collaborations on Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter. In Hitmakers, Shaboozey will be one of the featured artists for whom a group of elite songwriters and producers craft potential hit songs during high-stakes writing camps.

The series, blending documentary and reality TV elements, brings together twelve of the music industry’s top songwriters and producers, including Nashville-based talents Jenna Andrews, Stephen Kirk, and Ben Johnson. Andrews and Kirk, a Grammy-nominated production duo, have worked with artists like BTS, Pharrell, and Ed Sheeran, while Johnson’s credits add further depth to the show’s creative roster. Hitmakers offers an intimate look at the emotional and professional challenges of songwriting, highlighting Nashville’s growing influence across musical genres.

While specific details about Shaboozey’s role are limited, the show will showcase the creative process behind crafting songs for him and other stars like John Legend and Blackpink’s Lisa. Production is underway, and Netflix is gearing up for a global promotional push to spotlight the series. Shaboozey’s involvement in Hitmakers further cements his rising status in the entertainment world, blending his musical prowess with a new platform to connect with audiences.