HAPPY BIRTHDAY to NELLY!
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, 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”….