Nelly
Cornell Iral Haynes Jr.
Nelly is an American rapper from St. Louis, Missouri active since 1993.
- Profession
- Rapper, Singer, Songwriter
- Born
- November 2, 1974
- Years active
- 1993–present
Early life
Raised in St. Louis, Missouri, Cornell Haynes emerged with the group St. Lunatics before his solo breakthrough.
Career
His diamond-certified debut "Country Grammar" and album "Nellyville" made him one of the early 2000s' biggest pop-rap stars with hits like "Hot in Herre" and "Dilemma."
Major achievements
He has won three Grammy Awards and sold tens of millions of records worldwide.
Legacy
Nelly put Midwest hip-hop on the map and defined the melodic crossover sound of the 2000s.
References
Frequently asked questions about Nelly
- What is Nelly known for?
- Nelly is an American rapper from St. Louis, Missouri active since 1993. Nelly is recognized as a rapper, singer, and songwriter.
- Where is Nelly from?
- Nelly is from St. Louis, Missouri.
- When was Nelly born?
- Nelly was born on November 2, 1974, in St. Louis, Missouri.
- What kind of music does Nelly make?
- Nelly's music spans Hip-hop, Midwest hip-hop, and Pop rap.
- Is Nelly still active?
- Yes — Nelly has been active since 1993 and continues to work today.
- What record labels has Nelly been associated with?
- Nelly has been associated with Fo' Reel and Universal.
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