It began in 2008, when the two met on Facebook. Kisho Kumar (Chikaadee) and Ruby Ramkaran (Ruby Queen) were united by a common passion: music. When they finally decided to meet in person and collaborate, it was love at first sight. Chikaadee, who had been writing music since he was 16, conceived the dream of the Nation and World Wide Hustlers at an early stage in his career. When he met Ruby in April of 2008 and discovered her as a talent, he dubbed her the Nation’s Queen and they have been partners ever since. In Chikaadee’s own words “We complement each other so well, it’s a match made in heaven. It was just meant to be.”
Together, Ruby & Chikaadee propel each other to heights unimaginable. Writers, composers, singers, rappers, entertainers and business minded – this couple does it all. Their musical inspirations vary widely by a broad variety of artists and composers. They range from classical music to country, rock to hip hop, reggae, cultural music and R&B. Among these, their all-time favorites include Mariah Carey, Michael Jackson, Tupac Shakur and Celine Dion. Influenced by countless sounds and ideas, they have written over 100 songs, together and individually. Their music is becoming more and more popular for its catchy hooks & melodies, versatile lyrics, southern sound and international appeal.
Chikaadee, born in Sri Lanka and arriving in Canada in 1986, and Ruby Queen, born to West Indian parents in Sudbury, Ontario, are the living definition of World Wide Hustlers. “We are not east side; we are not west side. We are World Wide Hustlers. If you make money anywhere in the world, you too are a World Wide Hustler.” Their goal is to change the bad stigma attached to the word “Hustler” and make it a positive thing. To them a "hustler" is an investor. Someone who invests something whether it be time, money, energy, talent, ideas or even feelings and reaps the benefits of their investment. Ruby & Chikaadee are also bridging the gap between Western culture and Eastern culture, bringing the western style to the east and the eastern culture to the west. They promote love, respect, fidelity and loyalty. They represent a huge, untapped market, which is only now tuning in to urban music and they intend to be at the forefront of it, helping the two worlds merge.
Like Sonny & Cher and Ike & Tina, this dynamic duo is rocking the scene as the only act of its kind for the 21st century, but what they have is beyond legendary. Their love is stronger, they are unbreakable and they’re here to stay. Ruby & Chikaadee are the new icons, the new face of music. The Nation Entertainment and World Wide Hustlers are making big moves. The Canadian music industry is about to blow and Ruby & Chikaadee are heading straight to the top.
