Maclean Porter | |
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 Nessly in 2022 | |
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| Birth name | Maclean Porter |
| Born | January 14, 1995 Brooklyn, New York |
| Origin | Atlanta, Georgia |
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| Occupations | |
| Years active | 2007–present |
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| Member of | 24K Sound |
Maclean Porter (born January 14, 1995), better known by his stage name Nessly, is an American rapper known for his album Wildflower, which was released in 2018.[1][2][3]
Biography
Maclean Porter, better known by his stage name Nessly, is an American rapper, singer, and songwriter. Born on January 14, 1995, in Brooklyn, New York. Nessly has gained recognition for his distinctive blend of melodic rap, trap influences, and innovative use of autotune.
Nessly began his musical journey at a young age, honing his skills and developing his unique style. In 2016, he gained significant attention with the release of his breakout single, "Crying in Codeine." The track showcased his ability to seamlessly fuse catchy melodies with emotionally charged lyrics, captivating a wide audience and establishing him as an emerging talent in the rap scene.
Throughout his career, Nessly has collaborated with several notable artists, further solidifying his presence in the industry. He has worked with the likes of Lil Yachty, Joji, Ski Mask the Slump God, and others, showcasing his versatility in navigating different musical landscapes.
Nessly's discography is characterized by his ability to effortlessly switch between singing and rapping, creating a dynamic and captivating listening experience. His introspective and vulnerable lyrics explore themes such as love, heartbreak, and personal growth, allowing listeners to connect with his music on a deeper level.
In addition to his solo work, Nessly has also been involved in various collaborative projects. He has contributed to tracks with artists such as Lil Keed, Zaytoven, and 24hrs, showcasing his versatility as he explores different genres and styles.
He was born in New York but was raised in Georgia. He started making music from age 12. His first album Still Finessin was released in 2016.[4] In 2017, he was nominated for the XXL Freshman.
Music
In a feature interview with Billboard, Nessly mentions Lil Wayne, Drake and Kanye West as influences on his music. He doesn't write his lyrics in advance, explaining that "Everything is off the dome."[1] Some of the songs on Wildflower were produced by TM88.[1]
Nessly's 2019 album Standing on Satan's Chest was "about overcoming adversity, judgment and circumstance", according to Nessly.[5]
Albums
Singles (Selected)
- WHOHASIT (Y2K Remix) 2018
- Wolverine 2018
- Make it Right (feat. Joji) 2018
- Love You More 2019
- Prairie Fields 2019
- Foreign Sheets (feat. Lil Keed & Lil Yachty) 2019
- ASMR 2019
- Link And Build 2021
- Mythbusters 2021
- True Colors 2021
- 2 Seater 2022
- High Fashion Drugs (feat. Bhavi) 2022
- Sad on Sad 2022
- ICY CHAINS (feat. Khontkar) 2023
References
- 1 2 3 Penrose, Nerisha (2018-03-07). "Nessly on His Evolving Sound, New Project 'Wildflower' & Atlanta's Influence on Hip-Hop". Billboard. Retrieved 2022-07-23.
- ↑ C.M, Emmanuel C. M. Emmanuel (19 July 2017). "Nessly Signs to Republic Records, Announces New Project 'WildFlower' - XXL". XXL Mag. Retrieved 2022-07-23.
- ↑ XXL Staff (3 June 2016). "The Break Presents: Nessly - XXL". XXL Mag. Retrieved 2022-07-23.
- ↑ "Nessly is 'Still Finessin', as he drops his incredibly wavy new project". EARMILK. 2016-05-17. Retrieved 2022-07-23.
- ↑ "Nessly Releases New EP Featuring Lil Yachty, Yung Bans, Others". Official Georgia Tourism & Travel Website | Explore Georgia.org. Retrieved 2022-10-16.
- ↑ "Nessly Sets Himself Apart With His Solo Boy Band Project". The FADER. Retrieved 2022-07-23.
- ↑ Coe, Kairi (9 March 2018). "How Nessly Reinvented Himself With His 'Wildflower' Album - XXL". XXL Mag. Retrieved 2022-07-23.
- ↑ "Bop Shop: Songs From Freddie Gibbs And Madlib, Mark Ronson And Angel Olsen, And More". MTV. Retrieved 2022-07-23.