Nelly

Nelly is a famous American singer and rapper. Audiences recognized him for his hits like “Dilemma” and “Country Grammar”. He's even dipped his toes into an acting career too.

In the Beginning

Nelly was born on November 2, 1974 in Austin, Texas. When he was still young his parents divorced. Nelly lived with his mother, and the small family moved to from St. Louis to University City, Missouri. Growing up Nelly had an interest in rap and baseball. He even formed his own musical group called the St. Lunatics with a couple of his high school friends. His group became a local success when they produced the single “Gimme What You Got”. The success didn't stick for long though. The St. Lunatics even decided Nelly would be more successful as a solo act who might be able to bring attention to their entire group. Later their theory was proven correct when Nelly decided to sign up with Universal on a solo contract.

Most Known For

Nelly is still well known for his solo debut Country Grammar. Ever since his debut Nelly has been able to make sure his music sounds unique and fresh. The next four albums he created reached the top three on the Billboard chart. His singles even having a routine of making it to the top 20. Four of them even able to reach the No. 1 spot too. Nelly is also a two time Grammy Award winner. Even appearing on television like the series CSI: NY and even starring in the film The Longest Yard.

Where Are They Now

Nelly has slowly faded from the limelight over the years. He has tried to capture the fame he had earlier in his career. He came out with a new album in 2013 that went largely unnoticed. In 2014 he tried to make a comeback with a reality show called Nellyville that focuses on his personal life.    

Career Accomplishments

The year Nelly signed up with Universal. He came out with his debut album called Country Grammar. Nelly soon saw fame coming his way when he became a huge hit almost overnight. His album featured a few appearances by the St. Lunatics too. His record even went platinum nine times in the United States. Reaching the No. 3 spot on the Billboard 200 chart. At one point the album even held the No. 1 spot on the album chart. The single “Country Grammar” even hit the No. 7 spot on the Billboard Hot 100 singles and held the No. 1 on the the rap chart too. The second single from the album, “Ride with Me”, reached the No. 3 spot too. The following year Nelly and the St. Lunatics released their first album together called Free City. The album reached platinum status in the United States. Nelly even released his second solo record called Nellyville in 2002 too. Once again Nelly saw his album reach the No. 1 spot and was even nominated for album of the year for the 2003 Grammy Awards.