2008-05-17 15:33:14 - Usher Raymond IV (born October 14, 1978 , known simply by his first name Usher, is an American R&B and pop singer and actor who rose to fame in the mid-late 1990s.

To date, he has sold approximately 30 million albums worldwide and has won five Grammy Awards. Usher is also a part owner of the Cleveland Cavaliers National Basketball Association franchise. He also has his own record label, US Records. Usher was born in Chattanooga, Tennessee, the son of Jonetta Patton (née O'Neal) and Usher Terry Raymond III. He spent the

majority of his young life in Chattanooga, Tennessee. As a child, he joined his local church choir where he discovered his ability to sing. As early as junior high school, Usher successfully entered local talent shows. Usher's family moved to Atlanta, Georgia, in the belief that the city would provide greater opportunities for showcasing his talent. While in Atlanta, Usher attended the North Springs Charter School of Arts and Sciences. ...concert festival or Actress pop CD or DVD, single radio tv Movi album country rapper actor rock Blues ...more video news images and samples etc. see). videojukebox.bravejournal.com