Junior Batista (Born August 30, 1987) Better known by his producing name Cukabongas also known as just Cuk, is an American music producer from Plainfield, New Jersey. Cuk started making beats in 2007 after he linked up with his friend from high school Jasari, whom mentored him and began co-producing together for local artists. Cuk’s main-source of production was made in FL Studio. He is known for his smooth, wavy, pitched down vocal samples incorporated with his own drums and instruments. He samples different music genres such as Baroque pop, trip hop, arena rock, folk, alternative, electronica, and classical music to create his unique sound.