ToyToy(Southern Soul Vixen)Biography
Lutoyua Neocean Thompson (born November 26, 1976) is known as "Toya" to her childhood friends and family but goes by the stage name "ToyToy." Lutoyua is the definition of a true entrepreneur. She is a Southern Soul artist, radio personality, business owner, and the CEO of a nonprofit organization Fedmoms Support Group Inc. ToyToy started sharing her musical talents at age three.
That fearlessness opened up an opportunity when she was twenty-one to be the first lady of the well-known group Small Tyme Ballaz. The group released the hit single Certified. ToyToy's moment didn't last very long in the spotlight. She would go on to focus on being a great mother to her two amazing kids. ToyToy's entrepreneurial spirit led her to launch several different business ventures. Unfortunately, trying to help others with their financial troubles ultimately led to her serving time in federal prison.
Early Life:
Lutoyua Neocean Thompson is a native of Montgomery, Ala. Growing up in Montgomery, the Northside is one of the places she calls home. ToyToy lived in a two-parent household most of her life up until her pre-teen years. At 16, she married and gave birth to her first child, a son. Country life was a different experience but peaceful enough to become her second favorite home. She dropped out of high school her senior year and returned a few years later to receive her diploma. College became a distraction once she started making real money selling cell phones. She became a serial entrepreneur displaying many talents; some were good and some bad. Her hustle mentality soon earned her the title "Queen of The Gump," presented by Crown Royal and WJWZ 97.9 Jamz. She has given birth to her second child, a girl. Building multiple businesses, some failing and others flourishing, she didn't let anything hold her back.
Career:
ToyToy began singing at the age of 3. She had her first church solo when she was around eight years old. Music was her life and her passion. Her entire high school year, she was in choral classes, traveling with the school for singing competitions, and participating in school events. Singing wasn't her only talent back then; she and her dance crew opened up for 2 Live Crew member Fresh Kid Ice at the Montgomery Civic Center when she was 15. No stranger to stage lights and crowds ToyToy was destined for success. She was offered the opportunity to try a different genre of music Rap, landing her the First Lady of Small Time Ballaz and KingHill" s Finest group. She later secured a spot on two of the hottest broadcasting stations in Montgomery, WJWZ 97.9 Jamz and WQKS FMHD2 100.5 Classic Jamz, and is currently one of the hottest female personalities in radio. She's an artist, radio personality, host, ambassador, business owner, and entrepreneur with a mission.
Personal Life:
ToyToy was raised in a very family-oriented household with three other siblings. Her mother, born in New York, is her rock and number one supporter. She had two significant father figures in her corner as well. ToyToy was enrolled in several schools and after-school activities, so she has many great memories growing up with family and friends and some that weren't so good. They say life is what you make it, and she was determined to make the best out of her life no matter the obstacles she faced. Years later, ToyToy was sentenced in a federal court to 18 months. Throughout life's ups and downs, she never stopped loving music and wanting to be a part of music. After serving her time, she returned home to start a nonprofit and film a sizzle called Fedmoms. They say it's not how you start but how you finish, and she is determined to finish the race she created. ToyToy is multi-talented, ambitious, and ready to share her life and her music with the world.
Discography:
2000-2004
Small Tyme Ballaz-Toy
Kinghill's Finest-Toy
2002-2003
Mulah-Toy
2002-2003
Lo Bo-Toy
2002-2003
Southern Belle-Toy
2023
Adrain Bagher-ToyToy
Awards and Nominations:
Nominated in the Alabama Music Awards 2021-2022 Best Radio Host/Best Internet Radio
Nominated in the Alabama Music Awards 2022-2023 Best Radio Host/ Best Female Radio/ Best Internet Radio
Interviews and Articles:
News and Views, Voyage Atl
Links:
Facebook-SouthernSoulVixenToyToy
Instagram-SouthernSoulVixenToyToy
TikTok-SouthernSoulVixenToyToy
Snapchat-SoulVixenToyToy
Youtube-SouthernSoulVixenToyToy
Today we’d like to introduce you to Lutoyua ToyToy Thompson.
Hi ToyToy, please kick things off for us with an introduction to yourself and your story.
I’m the oldest of four siblings and growing up music was my #1 passion. My dreams were to be a successful music entertainer and actor, so it’s not surprising to many that I would land a career in Radio Broadcasting. I faced many challenges in life, including getting married and becoming a mom at the age of 16. But, now as I reflect on the many twist and turns, I can definitely say my life has been full of love, tough, and exciting, with much more to come.
I’m sure you wouldn’t say it’s been obstacle free, but so far would you say the journey have been a fairly smooth road?
Things haven’t always been easy. I lived out my dreams for a short time performing on stages with different artists. I went from being a successful business owner and entrepreneur to serving 18 months in a federal prison. Many would have given up, but quitting was never an option for me and never will be.
As you know, we’re big fans of you and your work. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about what you do?
I’m currently an On-Air Personality at Bluewater Broadcasting, Mid-days 9-2 pm/cst WJWZ 97.9 Jamz and Afternoons 2-7 pm/cst WQKS HD2 100.5 Classic Jamz. I’m also the Wine Ambassador for Moskato Life and we have provided amazing services to many celebrities and brands like BET, Essence, FunkFest, Love n Hip Hop Atlanta, Married 2 Medicine Atlanta and more. I am the founder and president of Fedmoms Support Group Organization Inc, which is a 501c3 nonprofit corporation that helps formerly incarcerated women and men, as well as members of the underserved community. Launching my very own podcast show called “The Real Chatty Podcast” and starting my clothing line is my next big venture. I’m thankful and blessed to be able to give back to my community and that will never change. If you were to ask, what I am the most proud of, then my answer would be that I am proud God gave me a heart to love, feelings to care about others, the strength to be strong when I’m at my weakest, and a family and group of friends who love me unconditionally.
Who else deserves credit in your story?
I credit my two amazing kids, my family, my friends, my coworkers, and the many amazing people I’ve met along this journey. The most credit goes to my bestfriend who reached out to you guys for this interview, Chiquita Broadnax. She is the reason I’m finding the strength to share with you what she wanted me to share with the world, ME! However, sadly I lost my bestfriend of 17 years on Nov 30, 2022 to a tornado in Montgomery, Alabama. I also lost an amazing smart nephew, Cedarrius Tell who was Chiquitas eight year old son. I miss them both tremendously. She truly believed in me and loved me unconditionally. I will forever be grateful for the precious time God allowed me to share with my two Angels!
Contact Info:
Website: www.fedmoms.org
Instagram: ToyToy334
Facebook: Lutoyua Thompson/ToyToy334
Twitter: ToyToy334
Other: www.Itstoytoy.com
Juneteenth Fathers Day Celebration feat. Adrain Bagher, Nellie Tiger Travis, ToyToy, Danny B Chemistry, Cadillac Man.
2705 Williams Road Wetumpka AL 36092
1525 Harris Way
Montgomery, AL 36104
Labor Day Blues on the Water with the Big KD
Plum Bar Birmingham, Alabama
Darryl E & Sexy S Presents Black Friday Blues Show
100 Perry Street
Greenville, AL
King of Hearts
TK Soul-Author Young- Derek the Changed man Smith-Young Guy- ToyToy Southern Soul Vixen and Other Special Guests!!
2774 North Central Ave Kellyton, AL 35089
Valentine's Day Bows & Arrows Southern Soul Mixer Fundraiser feat. ToyToy, Mike Clark Jr, Tonio Armani, and more.
Mobile Spring Fling Festival
The Elks Lodge on Burdeshaw in Dothan
TK Soul-Avail Hollywood-Jeter Jones-Mike Clark Jr- ToyToy- Mr. Smoke- OB Bucchanna- Big Mel- Mz Brown Suga- Derek The Changed Man Smith-Cynthia @- Big Mel
R&B Blues Picnic
355 Commerce St. Montgomery, AL. 36092
Hwy 80 Whitehall AL.
4th Annual Juneteenth & Community Celebration
Coy, Alabama
Big KD Radio Station Anniversary Party
Montgomery, AL
1031 Virginia Avenue Hapeville, Georgia