Get On Board: Anthony Hamilton
It wasn't an easy road to stardom for the soul singer.
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Where You From? - Charlotte, North Carolina native, Anthony Hamilton, began his career opening and singing background for R&B singer D’Angelo. (Photo: Ronna Gradus/Getty Images)
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For the People - In 2002, Hamilton got his big break singing the hook on “Po’ Folks,” a hit single from the hip hop group Nappy Roots, which was nominated for a Best Rap/Sung Collaboration Grammy the following year. (Photo: Paul Warner/Getty Images)
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Breakout Record - Though having previously released a full-length LP, it was Hamilton’s 2003 Comin’ From Where I’m From, which forced audiences to pay attention. The album’s title track and single "Charlene" helped the album reach platinum status and garnered three Grammy nominations. (Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images)
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Legendary - Anthony Hamilton performs on stage with iconic guitarist Carlos Santana during Santana's celebration launch of his album, All That I Am in November 2005 in New York City. (Photo: Bryan Bedder/Getty Images)
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Without a Care In The World - In 2005, Hamilton released his third studio album, Ain’t Nobody Worryin’ on So So Def and debuted at number four on the Billboard Top R&B/Hip Hop Albums and certified goal early the following year. (Photo: Cory Schwartz/Getty Images)
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