Nelly, born Cornell Iral Haynes Jr., is an American rapper, singer, and entrepreneur from St. Louis, Missouri. He began his music career with the hip hop group St. Lunatics before signing to Universal Records in 1999. Nelly’s debut album, Country Grammar (2000), was a commercial success, peaking at number one on the US Billboard 200 and earning Diamond certification by the RIAA.
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Nelly has released eight studio albums: Country Grammar (2000), Nellyville (2002), Sweat (2004), Suit (2004), Brass Knuckles (2008), 5.0 (2010), M.O. (2013), and Heartland (2021). His music blends hip hop with pop, R&B, and country influences, resulting in a unique and versatile sound. Nelly has received numerous awards, including Grammy Awards for Best Rap Solo Performance and Best Male Rap Solo Performance. He has also collaborated with various artists across different genres, further solidifying his impact on the music industry.
NELLY ALBUMS
Country Grammar
Released: 2000
Country Grammar is Nelly’s debut studio album, introducing his unique blend of hip hop with Southern rap elements. The album featured the hit singles “Country Grammar (Hot Shit),” “Ride wit Me,” “E.I.,” and “Batter Up.” It was recorded at Unique Recording Studios in New York City and produced by Jason “Jay E” Epperson. The album peaked at number one on the US Billboard 200 and was certified Diamond by the RIAA.
CD Track Listings:
- “Intro” – 1:21
- “St. Louie” – 4:29
- “Greed, Hate, Envy” – 4:15
- “Country Grammar (Hot Shit)” – 4:47
- “Steal the Show” – 5:26
- “Ride wit Me” (featuring City Spud) – 4:52
- “E.I.” – 4:45
- “Thicky Thick Girl” (featuring Murphy Lee and Ali) – 4:35
- “For My” (featuring Lil Wayne) – 4:12
- “Utha Side” – 4:29
- “Tho Dem Wrappas” – 5:22
- “Wrap Sumden” – 4:14
- “Batter Up” (featuring Murphy Lee and Ali) – 5:27
- “Never Let ‘Em C U Sweat” – 4:14
- “Luven Me” – 4:09
- “Outro” – 3:04
Nellyville
Released: 2002
Nellyville is Nelly’s second studio album, featuring the smash hit “Hot in Herre.” The album blends hip hop with pop and R&B influences. It was recorded at various studios, including The Hit Factory in Miami and Unique Recording Studios in New York City. The album was produced by Jason “Jay E” Epperson, The Neptunes, and others. Nellyville peaked at number one on the US Billboard 200 and was certified 6x Platinum by the RIAA.
CD Track Listings:
- “Nellyville” – 4:33
- “Gettin’ It Started” (featuring Cedric the Entertainer) – 1:44
- “Hot in Herre” – 3:48
- “Dem Boyz” (featuring St. Lunatics) – 5:00
- “Oh Nelly” – 4:01
- “Pimp Juice” – 4:52
- “Air Force Ones” (featuring Kyjuan, Ali, and Murphy Lee) – 5:04
- “In the Store” (featuring Cedric the Entertainer and La La) – 1:38
- “On the Grind” (featuring King Jacob) – 4:44
- “Dilemma” (featuring Kelly Rowland) – 4:49
- “Splurge” – 5:16
- “Work It” (featuring Justin Timberlake) – 4:21
- “Roc the Mic (Remix)” (featuring Freeway and Beanie Sigel) – 4:18
- “The Gank” – 4:10
- “5000” – 3:58
- “#1” – 4:22
- “CG2” – 4:35
- “Say Now” – 4:07
- “F*#k It Then” – 4:41
Sweat
Released: 2004
Sweat is one of two simultaneously released albums by Nelly in 2004, focusing on his hip hop roots. The album was recorded at various studios, including The Hit Factory in Miami. It was produced by Jazze Pha, The Neptunes, and others. Sweat peaked at number two on the US Billboard 200.
CD Track Listings:
- “Heart of a Champion” (featuring Lincoln University Vocal Ensemble) – 4:33
- “Na-Nana-Na” (featuring Jazze Pha) – 3:59
- “Flap Your Wings” – 4:03
- “American Dream” (featuring St. Lunatics) – 4:30
- “River Don’t Runnn” (featuring Murphy Lee and Stephen Marley) – 4:52
- “Tilt Ya Head Back” (featuring Christina Aguilera) – 4:13
- “Grand Hang Out” (featuring Fat Joe and Remy Ma) – 3:56
- “Getcha Getcha” (featuring St. Lunatics) – 4:38
- “Another One” – 4:37
- “Spida Man” – 4:15
- “Playa” – 4:48
- “Down in Da Water” (featuring Ali and Gube Thug) – 5:10
- “Boy” (featuring Big Gipp and Lil’ Flip) – 4:12
Suit
Released: 2004
Suit is the companion album to Sweat, showcasing a more polished, pop-oriented sound. The album was recorded at various studios, including The Hit Factory in Miami. It was produced by The Neptunes, Jazze Pha, and others. Suit peaked at number one on the US Billboard 200.
CD Track Listings:
- “Play It Off” (featuring Pharrell) – 3:33
- “Pretty Toes” (featuring Jazze Pha and T.I.) – 4:12
- “My Place” (featuring Jaheim) – 5:36
- “Paradise” (featuring Amerie) – 4:36
- “She Don’t Know My Name” (featuring Snoop Dogg and Ron Isley) – 4:16
- “N Dey Say” – 3:37
- “Woodgrain and Leather Wit a Hole” (featuring The Teamsters) – 5:15
- “In My Life” (featuring Avery Storm and Mase) – 5:40
- “Over and Over” (featuring Tim McGraw) – 4:14
- “Nobody Knows” – 5:14
- “Die for You” – 4:06
Brass Knuckles
Released: 2008
Brass Knuckles is Nelly’s fifth studio album, featuring collaborations with several prominent artists. The album was recorded at various studios, including The Hit Factory in Miami. It was produced by Jermaine Dupri, Polow da Don, and others. The album peaked at number three on the US Billboard 200.
CD Track Listings:
- “U Ain’t Him” (featuring Rick Ross) – 3:57
- “Hold Up” (featuring T.I. and LL Cool J) – 3:35
- “LA” (featuring Snoop Dogg and Nate Dogg) – 3:35
- “Long Night” (featuring Usher) – 3:57
- “Lie” – 4:25
- “Party People” (featuring Fergie) – 4:02
- “Body on Me” (featuring Akon and Ashanti) – 3:35
- “Stepped on My J’z” (featuring Jermaine Dupri and Ciara) – 4:25
- “Let It Go Lil’ Mama” (featuring Pharrell) – 3:30
- “One and Only” – 3:30
- “Chill” (featuring St. Lunatics) – 3:30
- “Who F**ks Wit Me” (featuring Avery Storm) – 4:00
- “U Ain’t Him” (featuring Rick Ross) – 3:57
5.0
Released: 2010
5.0 is Nelly’s sixth studio album, featuring the hit single “Just a Dream.” The album was recorded at various studios, including The Hit Factory in Miami. It was produced by Jim Jonsin, Polow da Don, and others. The album peaked at number ten on the US Billboard 200.
CD Track Listings:
- “I’m Number 1” (featuring Birdman and DJ Khaled) – 3:48
- “Long Gone” (featuring Plies and Chris Brown) – 3:34
- “She’s So Fly” (featuring T.I.) – 4:01
- “Just a Dream” – 3:57
- “Making Movies” – 4:04
- “Move That Body” (featuring T-Pain and Akon) – 3:25
- “1000 Stacks” (featuring Diddy) – 3:36
- “Gone” (featuring Kelly Rowland) – 3:49
- “Don’t It Feel Good” (featuring Rico Love) – 3:48
- “Broke” (featuring Yo Gotti and Sophie Green) – 3:40
- “Liv Tonight” (featuring Keri Hilson) – 3:51
M.O.
Released: 2013
M.O. is Nelly’s seventh studio album, featuring a mix of hip hop, R&B, and pop. The album was recorded at various studios, including The Hit Factory in Miami. It was produced by Pharrell, Detail, and others. The album peaked at number fourteen on the US Billboard 200.
CD Track Listings:
- “Get Like Me” (featuring Nicki Minaj and Pharrell) – 3:53
- “Give U Dat” (featuring Future) – 3:24
- “Rick James” (featuring T.I.) – 3:47
- “Heaven” (featuring Daley) – 3:43
- “Maryland, Massachusetts” (featuring Nelly Furtado) – 3:32
- “100K” (featuring 2 Chainz) – 4:25
- “All Around the World” (featuring Trey Songz) – 3:46
- “IDGAF” (featuring Pharrell) – 3:46
- “U Know U Want To” (featuring Juicy J) – 4:02
- “My Chick Better” (featuring Fabolous and Wiz Khalifa) – 4:21
- “Walk Away” (featuring Florida Georgia Line) – 4:03
- “Headphones” – 3:43
- “Hey Porsche” – 3:30
Heartland
Released: 2021
Heartland is Nelly’s eighth studio album, blending country and hip hop elements, featuring collaborations with various country artists. The album was recorded at various studios, including Blackbird Studio in Nashville, Tennessee. It was produced by Nelly, Jayson Dezuzio, and others. The album peaked at number forty-five on the US Billboard 200.
CD Track Listings:
- “Lil Bit” (with Florida Georgia Line) – 3:15
- “High Horse” (with BRELAND and Blanco Brown) – 3:27
- “Grits & Glamour” (featuring Kane Brown) – 2:43
- “Ms. Drive Me Crazy” (featuring Darius Rucker and City Spud) – 3:32
- “Country Boy Do” (featuring Tyler Hubbard) – 3:06
- “Someone Somewhere” (with George Birge) – 3:02
- “5 Drinks Ago” – 3:18
- “Follow Me” (featuring Kane Brown) – 3:33
- “Good Times Roll” (with Jimmie Allen) – 2:44
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