Usher Concerts Setlist

Usher, whose full name is Usher Terry Raymond IV, was born on October 14, 1978, in Dallas, Texas, and raised in Chattanooga, Tennessee. He emerged as a prominent figure in contemporary R&B and pop music. Thinking that a larger city would offer more chances to display his talent, Usher's family relocated to Atlanta, Georgia, where there were better opportunities for aspiring singers. While in Atlanta, he went to North Springs High School.

Usher rose to fame through a combination of talent, hard work, and strategic collaborations that propelled him into the spotlight. His breakthrough came with the release of his second album, "My Way," in 1997, which showcased his maturity as an artist and established him as a force to be reckoned with in the R&B scene. Subsequently, his chart-topping singles and live performances further cemented his position as a leading figure in contemporary music, garnering him widespread acclaim and adoration from fans around the world.

Among Usher's most famous songs are "Yeah!," "Burn," "Confessions Part II," and "U Got It Bad." These iconic tracks, are characterized by their modern beats and emotionally charged lyrics. His albums "Confessions," "8701," and "Raymond v. Raymond" have achieved commercial success and critical acclaim, solidifying Usher's reputation as a multi-faceted musician with a profound impact on popular culture.

His features with musicians such as Alicia Keys, Ludacris, and Lil Jon have resulted in chart-topping hits that have further elevated his status as a versatile and influential artist within the music industry.

Usher was honored as the Hot 100 Artist of the 2000s by Billboard. They highlighted his sultry style of R&B, which dominated the decade with the highest-selling album and the most number-one hits compared to any other artist. His album Confessions sold 20 million copies worldwide, making it the top-selling solo album of that time.

In 2005, James Brown shared the stage with Usher at the 47th Grammy Awards, where they performed a duet. During the performance, Brown affectionately referred to Usher as the "Godson of Soul." He reiterated this by saying, "The new godson; Usher, the new godson." Usher is often hailed as an "icon," and according to Los Angeles Times critic Randall Roberts, his dance singles like "Yeah!", "Caught Up", and "OMG" have had a significant influence on contemporary dance-pop. Roberts even suggests that "Yeah!" and "Caught Up" helped shape the music scene of the 2000s.