HAPPY BIRTHDAY NELLY

Urban artist, Nelly, is an American rapper and songwriter who started his career (in 1993) as a member of the mid-west Hip-Hop group, St. Lunatics. Several years later, he embarked on a solo career and released a string of hit singles, including “Hot in Here”, “Grillz”, “E.I.”, “Just a Dream”, and today’s song choice (that can be listened to by clicking on the provided link).

Throughout his career, he has won multiple accolades, including 9 Billboard Music Awards and 3 Grammys.

On this very day, November 2nd 1974, Cornell Iral Haynes Jr. (known professionally as Nelly) was born in Austin, Texas. In celebration of his birthday, exactly 50 years ago today, I’ve chosen a cool hip-hop track that serves as an excellent sing-a-long. Taken from the album, “Country Grammar”, here’s today’s birthday boy, NELLY (featuring City Spud), with “RIDE WIT ME”….