Machine Gun Kelly (MGK) is an American rapper, singer, and actor who rose to fame in the 2010s. He is known for his energetic performances, punk rock influence, and candid lyrics. MGK has released several albums and collaborated with various artists, including Camila Cabello and Yungblud. Apart from his music career, he has also acted in movies and TV shows.
Born on April 22, 1990, in Houston, Texas, as Colson Baker.
Moved to Cleveland, Ohio, with his family as a child.
Started rapping in high school and released his first mixtape, 'Stamp of Approval', in 2006.
Released his major-label debut album, 'Lace Up', in 2012, which featured the hit single 'Wild Boy'.
Has since released several albums, including 'General Admission' (2015), 'Bloom' (2017), and 'Tickets to My Downfall' (2020).
Also pursued an acting career, with roles in movies like 'The Dirt' (2019) and TV shows like 'Roadies' (2017).
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MGK stands for Machine Gun Kelly, which is a reference to the infamous gangster of the same name from the Prohibition era.
MGK started his career as a rapper but has transitioned to a more rock-influenced sound in recent years. He has referred to himself as both a rapper and a rockstar in interviews.
MGK has been nominated for several awards, including the MTV Video Music Awards and the Billboard Music Awards, but has not won any major awards as of 2021.
Yes, MGK writes the majority of his own songs and has been praised for his candid and personal lyrics.
Some of MGK's most popular songs include 'Bad Things' (feat. Camila Cabello), 'My Ex's Best Friend' (feat. blackbear), and 'Bloody Valentine'.