Usher is one of the world’s most iconic entertainers. He has won multiple awards and sold more than 100 million albums worldwide, while also appearing regularly on television shows and appearing in movies.
Like so many R&B artists before him, he has avoided controversy – making him the ideal candidate to lead an R&B halftime show that celebrates both his career and declares it alive.
Usher Raymond IV (born October 14, 1978) is an American R&B singer and songwriter.
Usher has won many accolades throughout his career. He was awarded three Grammys and named VH1’s Hottest Male Pop Artist of the 2000s. Additionally, Usher has pursued an acting career. His television debut came on UPN series Moesha in 1998; since then he has appeared in multiple movies such as She’s All That and In the Mix; most notably playing Billy Flynn in Chicago on Broadway in 2006.
Usher first entered the music world in 1994 after signing to LaFace Records. His self-titled debut album produced by Sean “P. Diddy” Combs produced hit single “Think of You,” charting at #25 on Billboard Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums. Since then he has released six more albums; 2010’s Raymond Vs Raymond followed in 2011 by Looking 4 Myself featuring more pop and dance tunes compared to his earlier work.
Usher is a member of the R&B group The New Edition
Usher’s new album marks his return as one of the stars who revitalized R&B music. While some collaborations like Summer Walker and 21 Savage may not seem necessary, Usher delivers some excellent songs on this record that should make him proud to call himself an R&B artist again.
Usher’s voice remains one of his major attractions. Since 2016’s Hard II Love project release, he has spent much of his time touring and doing commercial work.
Longtime fans of the singer are in for a treat; here is your opportunity to witness his stunning voice up close and personal. His smooth vocal can transport your spirit directly.
At its heart, most of these songs are heartfelt love anthems and romantic ballads befitting an R&B king, though there are also tracks which fall into contemporary R&B’s cliches – though these tracks remain relatively few and far between.
Usher is a co-owner of the Cleveland Cavaliers
Usher has been an official limited partner since 2005 when Rocket Mortgage founder Dan Gilbert purchased the Cavaliers for $375 million. Although Usher’s exact ownership stake remains unclear, he has actively participated in marketing initiatives over time.
Not surprisingly, it makes perfect sense that a singer would purchase an NBA franchise as it provides exposure to new fans who may otherwise not know him and his music. Furthermore, having access to an arena allows for concerts and other events.
Usher’s investment may yet pay off, but his recent Super Bowl halftime performance cemented his standing among NBA fans and added to an exclusive club of superstar music acts who own part of professional sports teams – if the Cavaliers win another championship and Usher wears one with his name on it!
Usher is an actor
Usher Raymond IV is one of the biggest names in music. Famed for his pitch-perfect falsetto and charismatic dance moves, Usher has created an expansive discography. Additionally, he’s graced both screen and stage over time – appearing in movies and TV series alike.
Known for his charisma, charm, and unparalleled performance ability, 45-year-old Antonio has established an incredible rags-to-riches story with hit albums, Broadway shows, and feature films among his impressive list of accomplishments.
Usher recently returned to pop culture by serving as a judge and mentor on The Voice, while simultaneously debuting a sold-out Vegas residency show in 2021. Usher’s charismatic live performances capture audiences like never before; fans love him! In The Boys universe, redemption arcs typically don’t exist, yet A-Train may finally be making his comeback from his slump this season.