Nelly

Nelly, born Cornell Iral Haynes Jr., is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, and entrepreneur who emerged from the St. Louis hip-hop scene. He achieved global success with his 2000 debut album Country Grammar and hits including “Hot in Herre,” “Dilemma,” “Ride Wit Me,” and “Just a Dream.” A multiple Grammy Award winner, Nelly helped bring Midwest hip-hop into the mainstream and has maintained a successful career spanning music, acting, business, and country-rap collaborations.