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Ashanti & Nelly x Lil Baby & Jayda Cheaves Spark Reconciliation Rumors

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The rumor mill is spinning as fans speculate whether their favorite celebrity couples have rekindled their relationships. Lil Baby and Jayda Cheaves were spotted at a concert. Ashanti and Nelly’s recent performance, have stirred up excitement and hope for fans of these beloved pairs. Could it be that love is in the air for these […]

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Nelly And Ashanti’s Las Vegas Show Had Some Fans Saying They’re Back Together Like It’s 2006

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Ashanti and Nelly are having fun revisiting the past, or at least giving the illusion that they’re living in the past, even if it’s driving fans bananas.

In December, the “it” early-2000s couple delivered a very cozy performance of their 2008 track “Body On Me” at Power 98.3 & 96.1’s Under The Mistletoe in Glendale, Arizona.

Ashanti addressed the rumors it caused while visiting Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen in the following weeks. She didn’t totally confirm nor deny that she’s back together with Nelly.

“It was a lot of comments and a lot of people wanting that,” she said. “What I will say is we’re in a better place. […] We’re cool now. We had some conversations. So, it’s cool.”

They were back at it again this weekend — this time, performing “Body On Me” in Las Vegas:

And then they arrived together to the Gervonta “Tank” Davis and Ryan Garcia fight on Saturday night, April 22, at Las Vegas’ T-Mobile Arena and were spotted holding hands:

Bow Wow allegedly commented on The Shade Room’s post, “Yo mo! I know we not seeing eye to eye either really but lil bro to big bro STOP PLAYING AND MARRY THIS WOMAN BRO! You like 50 [crying-laughing emoji] sit yo old ass down [five crying-laughing emojis] this your queen.”

Bow Wow is not the only one clamoring for Ashanti and Nelly to just make it official (again) already. See some of the reactions below.

Bow Wow Sends Message to Nelly Amid Ashanti Romance Rumors: ‘MARRY THIS WOMAN BRO’

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Bow Wow has an urgent message to Nelly: “MARRY THIS WOMAN BRO.”

Nelly and Ashanti created a stir this weekend. The once-lovers sparked rumors of reuniting after they were spotted together leaving the Gervonta Davis-Ryan Garcia to fight in Las Vegas.

The two sat together at the fight and were also spotted holding hands as they left. Many on social media want to know, are they back together?

Add Bow Wow to the group that is rooting for the rekindling. Hitting The Shade Room’s comments, Bow Wow had a simple message:

“Yo mo! I know we not seeing eye to eye either really but from lil bro to big bro, STOP PLAYING AND MARRY THIS WOMAN BRO You like 50 [laughing face emoji]. Sit your old ass down [laughing face emojis] this your queen.”

Somebody go check on Irv Gotti.

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Reunited? Nelly and Ashanti Spark Romance Rumors After Appearing at Vegas Fight Together

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Ashanti Says Hasn't Seen Nelly Since They Broke Up

Nelly and Ashanti created a stir this weekend. The once-lovers sparked rumors of reuniting after they were spotted together leaving the Gervonta Davis-Ryan Garcia to fight in Las Vegas.

The two sat together at the fight and were also spotted holding hands as they left. Many on social media want to know, are they back together?

In another video, Jermaine Dupri, Usher, and Nelly were seen heading to a nightclub.

Somebody go check on Irv Gotti.

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Bow Wow Tells Nelly to Marry Ashanti After Seeing Link Up

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Last night, Nelly and Ashanti were caught linking up at the Gervontas Davis-Ryan Garcia fight in Las Vegas. Nelly and Ashanti were once a music power couple but split in 2014. However, a series of recent events have sparked rumors that the two might be getting back together.

The link-up has arguably become more talked about than the fight itself. Fans are now speculating whether this is just an innocent outing, or something more. Now Bow Wow has gotten in on the action, dishing out some advice to Nelly. And safe to say, Bow Wow isn’t being subtle about what he wants to see happen next.

Bow Wow Tells Nelly “Marry This Woman”

In responding to The Shade Room’s original post about the link-up, Bow Wow had some very clear advice for Nelly. “Yo mo! I know we not seeing eye to eye either really but from lil bro to big bro STOP PLAYING AND MARRY THIS WOMAN BRO! You like 50 sit yo old ass down this your queen.” It’s an abundantly clear message from the 36-year-old rapper, who recently revealed Nelly’s role in quashing some beef. However, he might not be the voice Nelly wants to hear from right now if they two are “not seeing eye to eye” at the moment.

But will Nelly heed his advice? Neither he nor Ashanti has publicly confirmed that they are even in a relationship. It’s a wild leap to go from a boxing match link-up to marriage. However, it is important to remember that Nelly and Ashanti have a long romantic history. They were originally together for over a decade. Furthermore, when asked about the rumors, this was Ashanti’s response. “I saw a lot of comments. I mean, my reaction was, ‘wow!’ It was a lot of comments and people wanting that. What I will say is we’re in a better place. We’re cool now. We had some conversations, so it’s cool” she told Andy Cohen. Do you agree with Bow Wow? Do you think Nelly and Ashanti are getting back together? Let us know in the comment and come back to HotNewHipHop for all the latest updates.

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Nelly And Ashanti Link Up At Davis-Garcia Fight

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Nelly and Ashanti were once a musical power couple. They first met in 2003 during a press conference for the Grammys and quickly entered into a relationship. The couple stayed together for 11 years before breaking up in 2014. Nelly then entered into a long-term relationship with Shantel Jackson while Ashanti was linked to the likes of Ja Rule and Flo Rida. While not often seen together, Nelly and Ashanti appeared to stay on good terms.

However, the end of 2022 brought with it rumors that Nelly and Ashanti were reuniting. First, there was an intimate dance the two shared at the December 5 “Under the Mistletoe” concert. A week later, Ashanti openly spoke about the rumors they were getting back together and said she would collab with Nelly again. Most recently, Ashanti was caught sporting Nelly’s chain in February, further fuelling the rumors.

On April 22, a veritable who’s who of star power descended on Las Vegas for the highly-anticipated boxing match between Gervonta Davis and Ryan Garcia. As opposed to the all-out knockout brawl promised by the fighters, fans were treated to a paced and calculated fight. Davis eventually prevailed, delivering a crippling body blow knockout in the seventh round. However, keen-eyed gossip sleuths weren’t paying attention to the fight. How could they, given the wealth of famous faces in the audience? Despite the plethora of celebrities, one group of attendees, in particular, has got the internet buzzing.

Nelly and Ashanti were spotted attending the fight together, with seats a few rows back from the ring. While the footage is brief, Nelly and Ashanti can clearly be seen amongst their sprawling entourage. So what does this mean? On the one hand, it could simply be a friendly outing by exes clearly on good terms. Davis v Garcia was the event to be at on Saturday night so it makes sense that they were there. However, fans have run wild with speculation. “He couldn’t take seeing those vacation pics anymore,” wrote one fan on Instagram. However, neither side has publicly confirmed that they have officially rekindled their romance. If they do, you know you’ll find all the details here on HotNewHipHop.

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Nelly Albums: Ranking His Top 5

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Nelly’s albums have had over 20 years combined to cook in the music industry. In that time, Nelly became a cemented star, iconic to his fans and the general public. The rap icon’s admirers mark his ability to blend rap and R&B into something like a new genre. The signature drawl in his songs is an iconic twist that has created millions of fans worldwide. This article will discuss some of the best Nelly albums and why they hit so hard.

5. Brass Knuckles (2008)

Brass Knuckles, as the name implies, hits hard. After a three-year hiatus, Nelly returned with Brass Knuckles in 2008. The album features a more mature sound than Nelly’s previous work, with lyrics touching on politics and social issues. The album features collaborations with many big-name artists, including Fergie, Snoop Dogg, and Akon.

4. Sweat (2004)

Sweat was released in 2004, becoming the first of a two-album release by Nelly. Both parts in the set were successful, with Sweat being the stronger release. This album features iconic Nelly tracks, including “Tilt Ya Head Back” and “Flap Your Wings.” While this didn’t establish the Nelly sound, it sure did emphasize it to fans of the time. It is considered a quintessential Nelly album that showcases his ability and talent to make a good beat.

3. Suit (2004)

Released alongside Sweat in 2004, Suit is a more R&B-focused album than its counterpart. The album features collaborations with several big-name artists, including Jaheim, Christina Aguilera, and Tim McGraw. The hit single “My Place” spent five weeks at the top of the Billboard Hot 100 and featured a sample from the classic song “On Broadway.” Despite the success of Suit, it lives in Sweat’s shadow comparatively.

2. Nellyville (2002)

Nellyville, released in 2002, helped solidify the Nelly brand of music. It features a mixture of party ballads and heartfelt anthems for fans. The sophomore album broke expectations, reaching the top of the Billboard Hot 100 list with “Hot in Herre.” The collaboration song “Dilemma,” one made with the efforts of Kelly Rowland, won a Grammy for Best Rap/Sung Collaboration.

1. Country Grammar (2000)

The debut album, Country Grammar, is one of Nelly’s most successful albums to this day. Released in 2000, the album sold over 10 million copies in the US alone. The title track became an instant hit. It has outsold every other Nelly song. Country Grammar as an album is an excellent testament to Nelly’s style. Many fans regard the record as what cemented his style in the first place, which helped define the Nelly signature sound.

Nelly Songs: The Rapper’s Best Hits

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St. Louis native Nelly, also known as Cornell Iral Haynes Jr. distracted himself with music at a young age. He formed a group, St. Lunatics, with his high school friends: Kyjuan, Murphy Lee, Slo Down, City Spud, and Ali. Nelly’s pull to rap music started out as an avid listener to artists like Jay Z, Outkast, Run-DMC, LL Cool J, and Rakim. Further, he became assured that rap was the path he would assemble as his career. Here we have five of Nelly’s best records, and you’ll agree that these tracks still get the party started.

5. “Ride Wit Me” feat. St. Lunatics

Country Grammar, released in 2000, gave us “Ride Wit Me” featuring Nelly’s crew member and brother, City Spud from St. Lunatics. The song was produced by Dj Jay E, pushing the album to sell 10 million copies globally. The hook interpolates Bill Clinton’s strategy slogan “Hey, must be the Economy, Stupid!” Further, the intro interposes DJ Jimi’s ’92 hit “Where They At?”

4. “The Fix” ft. Jeremih

“The Fix” featured R&B singer Jeremih and became a hit at first listen. The DJ Mustard and Mike Free’s beat-mastering interpolates Marvin Gaye’s ’82 hit song “Sexual Healing.” Due to Nelly and Mustard being under the same division and publisher, clearing the track was less of a hassle. “The Fix” debuted on Billboard Hot 100 at No 86.

3. “Get Like Me” feat. Pharrell, Nicki Minaj

Next on the list is “Get Like Me” with Nick Minaj and Pharrell Williams. The megaproducer fuses his distinct producing style that uses a percussive beat. He subtly adds drum elements through the song in the background. The sound is evocative of the early 2010s era. The success of “Get Like Me” was unexpected but not surprising. With an all-star lineup like Nicki’s multifaceted skills and Pharrell’s unique production style, it was inevitable. MTV News’s Rob Markman reportedly praised the song and mentioned how complementary the trio was to each other.

2. “Hot In Herre”

Nelly delivers an upbeat, house party inspired by “Hot in Herre.” He was working hard to outplay his debut album on this second attempt, Nellyville, and succeeded. The mood-lifter comprises vocals from Dani Stevenson, his former labelmate at Universal. The hook inserts “Bustin’ Loose,” Chuck Brown’s ’79 single.

The Neptune-produced track implants the popular Go-Go sound from the ’70s, by way of Chuck Brown as aforementioned. Nelly instigates fun and a few double entendres to spice things up. His entry in his first verse is slick and evokes the highest level of nostalgia. He starts off, “I was like, good gracious, ass is bodacious,” and “Flirtatious, tryna show patience.”

1. “Dilemma” feat. Kelly Rowland

Last on the best of Nelly’s songs list is another gem from Nellyville. “Dilemma” featuring Kelly Rowland is a classic infusion of Soul, Rap, and Indie pop. When the music video dropped, fans of Destiny’s Child and Nelly sparked dating rumors. Their chemistry in the video sent the media into a whirlwind.

The best of Nelly’s songs are underrated and should be reviewed more often. He is a crucial player in Hip-Hop with his musical contributions. Does your best of Nelly’s songs list look like ours? Tell us in the comments.