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Omarion
Omarion attending his clothing line launch.
Background information
Birth name	Omari Ishmael Grandberry
Born	November 12, 1984 (1984-11-12) (age 23) Inglewood, California
Origin	Los Angeles, California, United States
Genre(s)	R&B, Pop
Occupation(s)	Singer, Songwriter, Dancer, Actor
Instrument(s)	Vocals
Years active	2001 - present
Label(s)	TUG Entertainment, Epic, Columbia
Associated acts	B2K, Bow Wow, Marques Houston, 2 Much, Soulja Boy
Website	Official Website

Omari Ishmael Grandberry born November 12, 1984 better known as Omarion, is an American Grammy-nominated R&B singer, actor, songwriter, record producer, dancer, founder of the group 2 Much, and the former lead singer of boy band B2K. Image File history File links Question_book-3. ... is the 316th day of the year (317th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... This article is about the year. ... Nickname: Location of Inglewood in Los Angeles County, California Coordinates: , Country State County Los Angeles Established 1888 Incorporated February 14, 1908 Government  - Mayor Roosevelt F. Dorn Area  - Total 9. ... This article is about the U.S. state. ... Flag Seal Nickname: City of Angels Location Location within Los Angeles County in the state of California Coordinates , Government State County California Los Angeles County Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa (D) Geographical characteristics Area     City 1,290. ... This article is about the U.S. state. ... This article does not cite any references or sources. ... Contemporary R&B is a music genre of American popular music, the current iteration of the genre that began in the 1940s as rhythm and blues music. ... For other uses, see Pop music (disambiguation). ... For other uses, see Singer (disambiguation). ... A songwriter is someone who writes the lyrics to songs, the musical composition or melody to songs, or both. ... A contemporary dancer rehearsing in a dance studio Dance generally refers to human movement either used as a form of expression or presented in a social, spiritual or performance setting. ... For other uses, see Actor (disambiguation). ... A musical instrument is a device constructed or modified with the purpose of making music. ... In music a singer or vocalist is a type of musician who sings, i. ... In the music industry, a record label is a brand and a trademark associated with the marketing of music recordings and music videos. ... TUG Entertainment (TUG stands for The Ultimate Group), is a record label that is home to such artists as Omarion, Marques Houston, Mila J, ORyan, and 2 Much. ... Epic Records is an American record label, owned and operated by Sony BMG. // Epic was launched originally as a jazz and classical music label in 1953 by CBS. Its bright-yellow, black and blue logo became a familiar trademark for many jazz and classical releases. ... This article needs additional references or sources for verification. ... For other uses, see Bow Wow (disambiguation). ... Marques Barrett Houston (born on August 4, 1981 in Los Angeles, California, is an R&B singer and actor. ... DeAndre Way (born on July 28, 1990 in Chicago, Illinois), better known by his stage name, Soulja Boy, is an American rapper, best known for the dance and song called Crank That (Soulja Boy). // DeAndre was born in Chicago, Illinois, and moved to Atlanta, Georgia at the age of six. ... Grammy Award statuette The Grammy Awards, presented by the Recording Academy (an association of Americans professionally involved in the recorded music industry) for outstanding achievements in the recording industry, is one of four major music awards shows held annually in the United States (the Billboard Music Awards, the American Music... For other uses, see Actor (disambiguation). ... A songwriter is someone who writes the lyrics to songs, the musical composition or melody to songs, or both. ... In the music industry, a record producer (or music producer) has many roles, among them controlling the recording sessions, coaching and guiding the musicians, organizing and scheduling production budget and resources, and supervising the recording, mixing and mastering processes. ... A contemporary dancer rehearsing in a dance studio Dance generally refers to human movement either used as a form of expression or presented in a social, spiritual or performance setting. ... A boy band is a type of pop group featuring three or more young male singers. ... This article needs additional references or sources for verification. ...

Early life

Omari Ishmael Grandberry was born in Inglewood, California, the son of Leslie (née Burrell) and Trent Grandberry.^[1] He is the oldest of seven children. His younger brother O'Ryan is also a singer. Omarion began to perform at age five. He was part of "UAC"(Under Aged Criminals) but soon disbanded as he wanted to focus on his talent as an entertainer. There are unsubstantiated rumours that he developed an early dependence on narcotics. Before he made it into the music business, he was in commercials for Kelloggs Corn Pops and McDonald's. Inglewood means Wood in the Corner. ... This article is about the U.S. state. ... Née redirects here. ... == Headline text ==n ORyan (born ORyan Omri Grandberry on February 12, 1987 in Los Angeles, California) is a American R&B singer. ... For the makers of breakfast cereal, see Kellogg Company. ... A box of Corn Pops. ... McDonalds Corporation (NYSE: MCD) is the worlds largest chain of fast-food restaurants, primarily selling hamburgers, chicken, french fries, milkshakes and soft drinks. ...

Music career

Solo career

Almost a year after the multi platinum group, B2K's split Omarion setteld down and decided to start his own solo career starting with his first album, O. This article needs additional references or sources for verification. ... O is the solo debut album by American R&B singer Omarion, released on February 22, 2005 via Epic Records. ...

In December of 2006, Omarion released his second album, 21, named for his age at the time he recorded it (though he turned 22 before the CD was released.) This album is rated 4 out of 5 stars(great) by All Music Guide, and is considered Omarions best album ever (solo and collaborative.) "Entourage"(Produced by Eric Hudson) was the first single released, the video for "Entourage" featured former B2K bandmate Lil' Fizz. The second single from 21, "Ice Box", produced by Timbaland, has gained significant radio airplay and has become his biggest single to date, peaking at #12 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The video features Beyonce's younger sister, Solange Knowles. There is an official remix featuring Usher as well as a DJ White Owl mix featuring Usher & Fabolous. See also: 2006 in British music Musical groups established in 2006 Record labels established in 2006 // January – James Nicholl, drummer of Pay*Ola became ill and was admitted to hospital. ... 21 is the sophomore album from R&B singer and former B2K frontman Omarion. ... Lil Fizz (born Dreux Pierre Frédéric) on November 26, 1985 in Louisiana is an American rapper and actor of African American and Creole heritage. ... This article is about the year 21. ... Ice Box is the second single from Omarions sophomore album, 21. ... Timothy Z. Mosley (born March 10, 1971), better known as Timbaland, is an American musical composer and R&B record producer and rapper whose style influenced both genres even helping to blur the distinction between the two, as well as Pop and Dance music. ...

In December of 2007, Omarion released his third project [a collaborative effort along side rapper Bow Wow], entitled "Face Off". The idea of the two coming together was originally that of super producer Jermaine Dupri. This was more of an event than project. The collaboration offered not only an album but a two part documentary entitled "The Road To Platinum". This was a BET special following the two during the recording and promo. of the project. The first single released was written by The Dream [who also penned Rihanna's Umbrella] called "Girlfriend". The second single sampled LL Cool J's "Going Back To Cali" and was entitled "Hey Baby". "Face Off" entered the official Billboard 200 album chart at #12, was the #1 Rap album in the country and #2 R'n'B album. Jermaine Dupri also known simply as JD (born Jermaine Dupri Mauldin on September 23, 1972) is an American record producer and rapper. ... Bet may refer to: Look up bet in Wiktionary, the free dictionary. ... Terius Youngdell Nash better known by his stage name The-Dream, is an American singer and songwriter. ... Rihanna (born Robyn Rihanna Fenty on February 20, 1988) is a Bajan singer with musical influences from R&B, pop, reggae, rock, dancehall and funk. ... An umbrella or parasol (sometimes colloquially, gamp, brolly, or bumbershoot) is a canopy designed to protect against precipitation or sunlight. ... James Todd Smith III (born January 14, 1968), better known as LL Cool J, is an American hip hop artist and actor. ...

Omarion currently holds light as one of the best dancers in his generation in music. He is best known for his tutting, popping, locking and waving, (along with intricate choreography). Omarion claimed to have learn't more about break dancing (during the making of his first movie “You Got Served”) and can tap dance, he is also friends with the originators of the krumping craze. Popping is a funk dance and street dance style based on the technique of quickly contracting and relaxing muscles to cause a jerk in the dancers body, referred to as a pop or a hit. ... Locking can refer to: Securing some physical object using a Lock. ... This page meets Wikipedias criteria for speedy deletion. ... This USPS stamp depicts an 80s breakdancer and a boombox. ... Krumping is a relatively new form of dance within the urban and street dance movements, and is characterized by free, expressive and highly energetic moves. ...

In August 2007, Omarion and an entourage of 12 including The Game perfomed a concert in Luanda, Angola with two dates on August 11 and August 12 at the Atlantico Cinema produced by Casa Blanca company.^[2] August 2007 is the eighth month of that year. ... Jayceon Terell Taylor (born November 27, 1979 in Los Angeles,[1] California), better known by his stage name The Game, is a multi-platinum American rapper signed to Interscope Records. ... Luanda (formerly called Loanda) is the largest city and capital of Angola. ...

Acting Career

In early 2004, Omarion appeared in several films, most notably You Got Served, in which he starred alongside his label mate Marques Houston and his former B2K bandmates at the time. The movie centered around a group of friends in a breakdancing crew who take part in a street dancing competition. It managed to earn $40 million worldwide. This article does not cite any references or sources. ... Marques Barrett Houston (born on August 4, 1981 in Los Angeles, California, is an R&B singer and actor. ... A breakdancer performing a one-handed freeze (also known as a pike) in the streets of Paris. ...

Later that year he had the role of the school bully "Reggie" in the comedy Fat Albert, based on the animated series Fat Albert and the Cosby Kids. Fat Albert is a 2004 live-action/animated film based on the Filmation animated series Fat Albert and the Cosby Kids. ... Fat Albert and the Cosby Kids was an animated television series created, produced, and hosted (in live action bookends) by comedian Bill Cosby, who also lent his voice to a number of characters, including the titular one. ...

In late 2007 Omarion, alongside Marques Houston, Alexis Fields and Brooklyn Sudano [daughter of Donna Summer], in the urban thriller/horror "Somebody Help Me". This was released only on DVD and aired on B.E.T in celebration of Halloween.

Omarion also starred in Feel the Noise, which was produced by Jennifer Lopez. A drama about a young, troubled rapper "Rob" from Harlem who vacates to Puerto Rico with his estranged father, finding his love for the native island's 'Reggaeton' music and love interest "CC" played by up and comming actress Zulay Henao. The single for love film, called "Cut Off Time", featuring Kat DeLuna. Feel the Noise is a drama film written by Albert Leon and directed by Alejandro Chomski. ... For the meteorologist of The Weather Channel, see The Weather Channel (United States). ... Kat DeLuna (Born Kathleen Emperatriz de Luna in the Bronx, New York) is a bilingual American musician, of Dominican descent, who is signed to Epic Records. ...

Omarion has also given guest appearances in the sitcoms "One on One" firstly as "Nytemare" Kyla Pratt's love interest and secondly as "Darius". From this a spin off to the show was created entitled "Cuts", starring alongside Marques Houston. Omarion has also previously appeared on "The Bernie Mac Show" as "Shonte". One on One can refer to: One on One (TV series), an American television series One on One: Dr. J vs. ... Kyla Alissa Pratt (born September 16, 1986), is an American actress and occasional singer. ... The Bernie Mac Show was an half-hour American sitcom featuring the comedic antics of comedian Bernie Mac. ...

2008- Omarion is due to appear in another dance movie, deemed to 'out do' all previous dance movies [made after "You Got Served"] called "Back Down". Filming is to take place early 2008, a release date has yet to be announced. This article does not cite any references or sources. ...

Discography

Albums

The Billboard 200 is a ranking of the 200 highest-selling music albums and EPs in the United States, published weekly by Billboard magazine. ... O is the solo debut album by American R&B singer Omarion, released on February 22, 2005 via Epic Records. ... 21 is the sophomore album from R&B singer and former B2K frontman Omarion. ... Omarion chronology Alternate cover Face Off is a collaborative album by rapper Bow Wow and R&B singer Omarion scheduled to be released on December 11, 2007. ... For other uses, see Bow Wow (disambiguation). ...

Singles

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Collaborative Singles

• 2002: "Uh-Huh" (with B2K)
• 2002: "Gots Ta Be" (with B2K)
• 2002: "Why I Love You" (with B2K)
• 2003: "Bump, Bump, Bump" (with B2K featuring P. Diddy)
• 2003: "Girlfriend" (with B2K)
• 2003: "What a Girl Wants" (with B2K])
• 2004: "Badaboom" (with B2K featuring Fabolous)

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Featured Singles

• 2003: "Feelin' Freaky" (Nick Cannon featuring B2K)
• 2005: "Let Me Hold You" (Bow Wow featuring Omarion)
• 2007: "Better Man" (K Smith featuring Omarion)

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Awards/nominations

• American Music Awards
  • 2005, Favorite R&B Male Artist (Nominated)

• BET Awards
  • 2005, Viewer's Choice Award: "O" (Winner)
  • 2005, Best New Artist (Nominated)

• 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)

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Filmography

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External links

• Official Website
• Official Myspace Site
• Omarion at the Internet Movie Database