Virgin Records America is pleased to announce the signing of rap icon, Bizzy Bone.

Imperial Records, the urban label and artist development unit of Caroline/EMI Music will market and promote the new album in conjunction with Virgin Records.

Produced by After Platinum Records, the rapper's first album for Virgin is entitled "A Song For You" and will be released in early 2007.

This is the first time in Bizzy Bone's career that he has ever been signed to a major label .

"After Platinum and Bizzy Bone are both very excited to have joined with Imperial Records and Virgin Records for Bizzy's major label debut," says After Platinum CEO Ernie Romero. "A Song For You is the breath of fresh air that so many fans have been gasping for. "

It's official: He's back, and better than ever!" adds Jeff Kempler, EVP of Virgin Records: "We are delighted to be working with After Platinum and Neil Levine's Imperial Records on Bizzy ' truly remarkable album. From Thuggish Ruggish Bone, to Tha Crossroads to 1st of Tha Month and Heaven'z Movie, Bizzy has consistently amazed music fans with his distinctive voice, powerful lyrics, and blazing delivery. His new album will absolutely satisfy the existing fans and attract a whole new le gion of followers."

Imperial Records is headed by urban music veteran Neil Levine, who will spearhead the marketing and promotion efforts for the album. Neil Levine says, "Working with a true visionary like Bizzy is a dream come true. Bizzy has made a truly amazing record that both Imperial and Virgin Records are ecstatic to be involved with. This record will firmly cement his place in hip hop history."

Even though Bizzy has split from Bone Thugs-N-Harmony to pursue his solo career he wishes his former group good luck. Bizzy says, "It s all love with Bone Thugs. I love and support what they're doing. If they ever need anything I'm right here to deliver. I wish them much success, peace and prosperity as they are much deserving and I'm certain they reciprocate the same feelings for me."