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Nelly is an American rapper, singer, actor and entrepreneur signed to Universal Records in 1999.
Nelly is an American rapper, singer and entrepreneur from St. Louis, Missouri. He has released eight albums since 2000, selling over 21 million records worldwide and earning numerous awards including two Grammys. He is well-known for his hit songs "Hot in Herre" and "Ride wit Me."
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1974</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Nelly is Born</div><div class='timeline-text'>On November 2, 1974, Nelly was born Cornell Iral Haynes Jr. in Austin, Texas.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1993</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Begins Rapping Career</div><div class='timeline-text'>Nelly begins his rap career under the name “Country Grammar”.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2000</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Debut Album is Released</div><div class='timeline-text'>Nelly releases his debut album “Country Grammar” and hits the Billboard 200 at #3.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2002</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Wins Grammy Award</div><div class='timeline-text'>Nelly wins a Grammy award for Best Male Rap Solo Performance for the song “Hot in Herre”.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2003</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Creates Clothing Line</div><div class='timeline-text'>Nelly launches the Apple Bottoms clothing line.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2004</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Releases Sweat Suit Albums</div><div class='timeline-text'>Nelly releases the Sweat and Suit albums simultaneously.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2014</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Inducted into Hall of Fame</div><div class='timeline-text'>Nelly is inducted into the St. Louis Walk of Fame.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>He's a Pioneer</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Nelly is one of the pioneering artists in the hip-hop genre, helping to shape its sound and influence. He has released several classic albums that have gone on to receive critical acclaim and commercial success.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>He's Charitable</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Nelly is very active in philanthropy, having established the 4Sho4Kids foundation which helps underprivileged children in St. Louis, Missouri. He also has done charity work with many other organizations including Toys for Tots, Feeding America, and more.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>His Music</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Nelly has an amazing discography of songs that are sure to get you up and dancing. From his early hits like "Ride Wit Me" and "Country Grammar" to his more recent tunes like "The Fix" featuring Jeremih and "Just A Dream", Nelly has always been able to make music that people will love for years to come.</p></div></div>
Nelly, an American rapper, was born on November 2, 1974 and is currently 48 years old. He is best known for his collaborations with artist's such as Kelly Rowland and Justin Timberlake on songs such as "Dilemma" and "Work It", and has had a successful solo career to boot, winning three Grammys over his career.
Nelly has an estimated net worth of $8M. He has earned his wealth primarily from his long successful career as a rapper and singer-songwriter. His music has been a source of income through album sales, singles, and tours. Additionally, he also has brand endorsements and other business ventures.
