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Wikipedia article




"'Grillz'" is a song by American rapper Nelly featuring fellow American rappers Paul Wall, Ali & Gipp, and uncredited vocals from American singer Brandi Williams. The song was written by Nelly, Jermaine Dupri, Paul Wall, Ali, Gipp and James Phillips; it contains samples of Destiny's Child's "Soldier", written by Beyonc Knowles, Kelendria Rowland, Tenitra Williams, Garrett Hamler, and Rich Harrison; it also contains samples of "Left Me Lonely" by MC Shan. Production was handled by Dupri. Following its release, it topped the US 'Billboard' Hot 100 and reached the top 20 in Australia, Ireland, and New Zealand.

Music video



The song's music video, directed by Fat Cats, was released in 2005. Jermaine Dupri, Big Boi, Iamsu!, Avery Storm, St. Lunatics, Taylor Made, Jung Tru, Chocolate Tai, and Johnny Dang make cameo appearances throughout the video.

Remixes



The official remix, featuring rapper Chingo Bling, was released in 2006. Another official remix features rappers Diamonique and Lil Rob.

Usage as sample



Fabolous interpolated lines from the chorus in the beginning of his song "The Wake" from 'There is no Competition 2: The Grieving Music EP'.

Chart performance



"Grillz" reached number one on the US 'Billboard' Hot 100. It stayed on the top spot for two consecutive weeks. At the end of the year it was ranked number 12 on the 'Billboard' 2006 year-end chart.

Awards



In 2007, the song was nominated for Best Rap Performance as a Duo or Group at the 49th Annual Grammy Awards. The RIAA certified it Platinum in the United States.

Charts and certifications



Weekly charts



Year-end charts



Certifications



Release history



See also



* List of Hot 100 number-one singles of 2006 (U.S.)

References



Category:2005 singles

Category:2006 singles

Category:Nelly songs

Category:Paul Wall songs

Category:Billboard Hot 100 number-one singles

Category:Song recordings produced by Jermaine Dupri

Category:Songs written by Jermaine Dupri

Category:Songs written by Beyonc

Category:Songs written by Sean Garrett

Category:Songs written by LRoc

Category:Songs written by Rich Harrison

Category:Songs written by T.I.

Category:Songs written by Kelly Rowland

Category:Songs written by Nelly

Category:Universal Records singles

Category:Songs written by Paul Wall

Category:Songs written by Michelle Williams (singer)

Category:2005 songs

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