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He first rose to prominence as part of Gnarls Barkley, the dynamic duo whose unforgettable hit “Crazy” was later crowned the best song of the 2000s by Rolling Stone Magazine—a defining moment in his career. He, of course, is widely recognized not just for his music but also for his charismatic presence on the NBC talent competition The Voice, where he served as a judge and connected with audiences nationwide. In 2010, he achieved massive success with the catchy and heartfelt track “Forget You,” which soared all the way to #2 on the U.S. Billboard charts, further solidifying his place in pop culture.
Before all the fame and spotlight, he had already been making waves in the music scene. He co-founded the influential hip-hop group Goodie Mob alongside Big Gipp, Khujo, and T-Mo, helping shape the Southern rap sound. During those early years, he also teamed up with OutKast, contributing to their groundbreaking 1994 debut album Southernplayalisticadillacmuzik, which marked a pivotal moment in Atlanta’s musical evolution.
Behind the scenes, his journey was shaped by profound personal loss. He lost his father at just two years old, and when he was 16, his mother—herself a dedicated volunteer firefighter—was paralyzed in a serious car accident. Tragically, she passed away two years later, when he was only 18. These experiences undoubtedly influenced his artistry and resilience.
On a more personal note, he shares a son named Kingston with Christina Johnson. The couple married but eventually divorced in 2005, marking another chapter in his life lived under the public eye. Through triumphs and trials alike, he has remained a compelling figure in music and entertainment.
He collaborated with Santana on the 1999 album Supernatural, which marked a major highlight in his career. Around that time, he teamed up with Danger Mouse to form the dynamic duo Gnarls Barkley, creating waves in the music scene. Then, in 2012, he stepped into the world of voice acting, bringing the character Murray to life in the animated hit Hotel Transylvania. His versatility truly shone through in that role, further proving his range as an artist. He’s always managed to reinvent himself, and that year was no exception—he really made an impact.
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