About
Christian rapper, hip-hop and pop artist, songwriter, and online content creator known as both gio. and wassupgio and known for his songs including "reality," "mess it up," "nobody else," "jumpin'," "grand prix!," "where do i?," "oxygen," "SOUL ON FIRE," "GOD'S TIMING," "Here I Am," and "TAKE ME HOME."
Before fame
He was surrounded by gospel music and poetry from a young age and was inspired by artists including TobyMac and Andy Mineo. He began releasing early singles in 2020. He gained early attention with independent singles including "mess it up" in 2022 and "if i tried" in 2023 before signing with Capitol Christian Music Group in 2024.
Trivia
He won the overall grand prize at The Plug Session at Elevation Conference in 2022. He was nominated as a Rapzilla Freshmen artist in 2023. He released his debut album NOBODY ELSE in 2024.
Family life
His real name is Joseph Giovanni Tedeschi. He married Natalie Tedeschi in June 2026.
Associated with
He joined Lecrae Moore on select dates of the 2025 Reconstruction World Tour. He performed with Tauren Wells at the 2025 GMA Dove Awards.
