On this day, October 14, 1978, singer, songwriter, actor and dancer, Usher Raymond IV was born in Dallas, Texas.
Usher’s music career took off in the late 1990s with the releases of his self-titled debut album, “Usher,” The album produced hits such as “You Make Me Wanna” and “Nice & Slow.” He continued to release successful albums, including “My Way” and “8701,” and became known for his smooth vocals and impressive dance moves.
Usher has produced numerous chart-topping hits over the years, including “Yeah!” featuring Lil Jon and Ludacris, “Confessions Part II,” “OMG” featuring will.i.am, and “Love in This Club” featuring Young Jeezy.
Usher has received numerous awards throughout his career, including 8 Grammy Awards, 18 Billboard Music Awards, and 8 American Music Awards. He is often praised for his vocal abilities and stage presence.
In addition to his music career, Usher has ventured into acting and appeared in several films and television shows, including “The Faculty,” “She’s All That,” “Moesha” and “The Voice.”
Usher continues to drop chart topping hits today. His latest accomplishment includes being selected as the headliner for the 2024 Super Bowl Halftime Show.