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“I never was the battle rapper. That was never my thing. I always felt like it's enough room for everybody to do their thing. I like bringing new energy, re-inventing the wheel, so to speak, every time I come out.”

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Nelly, born Shawn Corey Cooper, is an American rapper, actor, and entrepreneur. He was born on November 2, 1974, in St. Louis, Missouri. Known for his unique musical style and business acumen, Nelly is a significant figure in the hip-hop scene from the late 1990s to the early 2000s. more

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