Anthony Hamilton is an acclaimed American singer and songwriter from Charlotte, North Carolina. Rising to prominence after his feature on Nappy Roots' hit single "Po' Folks" in 2002, Hamilton went on to sign with So So Def Recordings. He achieved major success with his platinum-certified album "Comin' from Where I'm From," which included the popular single "Charlene." Known for blending soul and R&B, his subsequent albums, such as "Ain't Nobody Worryin'" and "The Point of It All," both reached the top 20 on the Billboard charts and earned gold certification. Hamilton has received multiple Grammy nominations, winning once, and is also recognized for co-writing and performing "Freedom" for the film "Django Unchained."