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Omari Ishmael Grandberry (born
November 12, 1984) better known as Omarion, is an American R&B singer, actor,
songwriter, record producer, dancer, and former lead singer of the R&B group,
B2K. Omarion was spotted at a young age by a manager, Christopher B. Stokes, who
took a liking to his vocal abilities.[citation needed] This led to forming the
group B2K, which disbanded after being successful for a few years. His third
album Ollusion was released January 12, 2010 with the lead single I Get It
In.[1]
Born in Watts, California, to
Leslie Burrell and Trent Grandberry, Omarion is the oldest of seven children. At
school he captained his football team and was also known for his slick dance
moves. Although he dropped out of school midway, Omarion began to perform at age
five. He was part of 'UAC' but soon disbanded as he wanted to focus on his
talent, hip-hop. Before he made it into the music business, he was in
commercials for Kelloggs Corn Pops and McDonald's. He also made cameos in the
R&B girl group Before Dark's music videos. He embarked on a career in music. The
smooth harmony singing that formed an integral part of the band B2K, helped him
establish a solo career. His younger brother O'Ryan is also a singer.[2]
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Background Information
Birth name Omari Ishmael Grandberry
Also known as Omarion,Omari
Born November 12, 1984 (1984-11-12)
(age 27)
Origin Watts, California
Occupations Singer, Songwriter,
Dancer, Actor
Instruments Vocals, Piano, Guitar,
Compas
Years active 2001–present
Labels EMI, Starrworld
Entertainment, The Ultimate Group
Associated acts B2K, Bow Wow,
Wolfgang Gartner, Chris Brown, Marques Houston, Lil Wayne, Gucci Mane
Website www.1omarion.com
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Music
career
B2K
In 1998, Omarion was the last
member to join B2K and became the lead singer of the group. The band, including
Omarion, was made up of four members, Lil Fizz, J-Boog, and Raz-B. The band
released their debut album, B2K, to some success. Their second album,
Pandemonium!, was far more successful, reaching the top ten on the Billboard
200, giving them their first #1 with "Bump, Bump, Bump". Following their third
album, a soundtrack to the movie You Got Served, B2K announced they had broken
up.
O
(2004-2005)
After the breakup of B2K, Omarion
started his solo career under Epic Records and Sony Urban Music, releasing his
debut single "O", also the lead single off his then upcoming debut album
entitled "O", on July 17, 2004. The single was a top 30 hit on the Billboard
100, peaking at #27.[3] On February 21, 2005 Omarion released his second single
"Touch". Omarion released his debut solo album "O" on February 22, 2005, peaking
at #1 on the Billboard 200, selling over 500,000 copies in the US and reaching
gold certification by the RIAA.[4] The third and final single "I'm Tryna" was
released on April 5, 2005.
That same year, Omarion was
featured on Bow Wow's hit song "Let Me Hold You". The song reached #4 on the
Billboard Hot 100, becoming Omarion's first entry into the top 10 since going
solo.[5]
21
(2006-2007)
On December 26, 2006 Omarion
released his second album 21. The album debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200 and
Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums charts. The first single from the album was "Entourage".
The second single "Ice Box", produced by Timbaland, peaked at #12 on the
Billboard Hot 100 and is Omarion's most successful solo single to date,[6]
reaching gold certification by the RIAA.[4] 21 has sold over 390,000 copies in
the United States since its release.
Face
Off (2007-2009)
In late 2007 Omarion and Bow Wow
recorded a collaboration album entitled Face Off. The album sold over 100,000
copies in its first week and went on to sell over 500,000 copies, reaching gold
certification by the RIAA.[7] The first single from the album was "Girlfriend",
followed up by "Hey Baby" as the second single.
During this time, Omarion toured
with numerous artists, including Bow Wow, Ciara, Yung Joc, Ne-Yo, Usher, Lloyd,
Mario, Pretty Ricky, and Jibbs.
Ollusion (2009-2010)
On March 30, 2009 Lil Wayne
confirmed that Omarion was officially signed to Young Money Entertainment but
only after two months he parted ways with the label, with both Lil Wayne and
Omarion confirming he was out for business reasons.[8][9][10] In early 2010,
Omarion signed with EMI and created his own label, StarrWorld
Entertainment.[11][12] Omarion later re-released the single "I Get It In" with
Lil Wayne replaced by Gucci Mane. Then he released his second single "Speedin'".
He released his third studio album Ollusion, which sold 19,400 copies in its
first week.[13]...
The
Awakening (Mixtape)
In early 2011 Omarion worked on his
first mixtape presented by DJ Drama, titled 'The Awakening'. Originally to be
released on April 27, 2011, the mixtape was instead released on May 11,
2011.[14]
Other
ventures
Acting
career
In early 2004, Omarion appeared in
several films, most notably You Got Served in which he starred alongside Marques
Houston, as well as his former B2K band mates.[15] The movie centered around a
group of friends in a hip hop dance crew who take part in underground dance
competitions. Later that year, he played the role of the school bully "Reggie"
in the comedy Fat Albert, based on the animated series Fat Albert and the Cosby
Kids.[16] Towards the end of 2007, he displayed his acting skills in the
thriller Somebody Help Me. This movie was released exclusively on DVD and aired
on BET in celebration of Halloween.[17] Omarion has also made several
appearances in a number of TV shows, including One on One. Omarion also played
the voice of Fifteen Cent in The Proud Family Movie.[18] His portrayal of a
rapper, who gets involved with thugs, in the movie Feel the Noise, received
mixed-to-positive reviews from critics.[19][20] Omarion also co-produced Feel
the Noise.[21]
America's Best Dance Crew
In 2010, Omarion became a judge on
the fifth season of America's Best Dance Crew, replacing former judge Shane
Sparks. He left after Season 5 to focus on his music career.
Other
Forays
In November 2011, Omarion was seen
on set with Japanese star Koda Kumi. On December 6, 2011, it was revealed that
he collaborated with the star on the song "Slow" for her upcoming 2012 album
Japonesque. He will also star in the music video.
Discography
Studio
albums
O (2005), Epic Records and Sony
Urban Music
21 (2006), Epic Records and Sony
Urban Music
Ollusion (2010), EMI Music, Capitol
Records, StarWorld Entertainment and MusicWorks
Collaborations Albums
Face Off (with Bow Wow) (2007),
Columbia Records, RCA Records and Sony Urban Music
Mixtapes
The Awakening (Hosted by DJ Drama)
(2011), StarWorld Entertainment
"The Reinvention" Produced by
@KCBEATZ, Ryan Leslie, Timbaland and many more (Soon to be released)
Filmography
Films
Year Film Role Notes
2004 You Got Served David lead role
Fat Albert Reggie main role
2005 The Proud Family Movie Fifteen
Cent main role
2007 Feel the Noise Rob lead role
Somebody Help Me Darryl Jennings
lead role
2010 Wrong Side of Town Stash cast
Somebody Help Me 2 Darryl Jennings
lead role
Television
Year Title Role Notes
2009 Kourtney and Khloe Take Miami
as Himself One episode "All Men are Dogs"
2010 America's Best Dance Crew as
Himself Replaced former Judge Shane Sparks
Awards
and nominations
American Music Awards
2005, Favorite R&B Male Artist
(Nominated)
BET Awards
2005, Viewer's Choice Award: O
(Winner)
2005, Best New Artist (Winner)
Urban Music Awards
2007, Most Inspiring Act (Winner)
Image Awards
2008, Outstanding Duo or Group w/
Bow Wow (Nominated)
2006, Outstanding New Artist
(Nominated)
Grammy Awards
2006, Best Contemporary R&B Album:
O (Nominated)
MTV Movie Awards
2004, Best Male Breakthrough
Performance: You Got Served (Nominated)
2004, Best Dance Sequence: You Got
Served w/ Marques Houston (Nominated)
Teen Choice Awards
2004, Choice Breakout Movie Star -
Male for: You Got Served (Nominated)
2005, Choice Music: R&B Track for:
Touch (Nominated)
2008, Choice Music: R&B Track for:
Hey Baby (Jump Off) w/ Bow Wow (Nominated)
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