Gym Class Heroes

The Profile

Gym Class Heroes are an American hip hop/rap rock group from Geneva, New York, formed in 1997 and fronted by Travie McCoy. Signed to Fueled by Ramen/Decaydance, they broke through with “Cupid’s Chokehold” and later scored a major hit with “Stereo Hearts” (feat. Adam Levine).

Formed in 1997 in Geneva, New York; signed to Fueled by Ramen/Decaydance; key members include Travie McCoy (vocals) and Matt McGinley (drums); notable hits include “Cupid’s Chokehold” and “Stereo Hearts”; active 1997–2013 and since 2018.

A single review frames Gym Class Heroes less as rap-rock rebels and more as hook-forward pop. The write-up highlights danceable cuts like New Friend Request and Clothes Off! and praises the sugary pull of tracks such as 7 Weeks. It argues the album is chart pop at heart—catchy and enjoyable—despite debates about genre.