Who is Machine Gun Kelly?
Richard Colson Baker, born April 22, 1990, known as Machine Gun Kelly (abbreviated MGK), is a talented American rapper, singer, songwriter, and actor. Best known for his rapid fire lyrical flow, which apparently also gave him his stage name Machine Gun Kelly, MGK started rapping while still in high school and quickly gained a large local following through the release of several mixtapes. The 2006 Stamp of Approval mixtape was his breakthrough, and it garnered several eyeballs.
MGK started his musical career after his first mixtape was a success. Four more mixtapes were released by him over a period of time. In 2011, his career blossomed when he signed a deal with Bad Boy and Interscope Records. His debut album Lace Up was released following the year, and it was received positively by critics. The album’s debut placed it fourth on the US Billboard 200 chart and featured popular singles like Wild Boy, Invincible, Stereo, and Hold On (Shut Up).
| Real Name/Full Name | Machine Gun Kelly |
| Date Of Birth | 22 April 1990 |
| Age | 34 years old |
| Birthplace | Houston, Texas, United States. |
| Nationality | American. |
| Religion | Christianity. |
| Zodiac sign | Taurus |
| Height | 6 feet 4 inch |
| Weight | 60 kg |
| Marital Status | Not Married |
| Children | Casie Colson Baker |
| Siblings | Not Known |
| Profession | Rapper, and Actor. |
| Net worth | $10 Million. |
Biography
Richard Colson Baker was the original name of Machine Gun Kelly, who was born on April 22, 1990. Despite being born in Houston, Texas, United States, he is originally from Cleveland, Ohio, United States. Kelly’s family traveled all over the world, and he spent his early life in places such as Egypt, Germany, and all over the United States. At an early age, tragedy struck him when his mother left home. As if this weren’t enough, his father had to deal with depression and unemployment. Richard Colson Baker received ridicule from his friends and neighbors. He began listening to rap music as a way to find solace.
Machine Gun Kelly MGK began teaching at Hamilton Middle School, a school with a wide range of students in Denver, Colorado. After his father moved him to Kuwait, he was unable to complete his studies and moved to Thomas Jefferson High School a few years later. MGK returned to Cleveland, attended Shaker Heights High School, and graduated with his High School certificate.
Personal Life
Machine Gun Kelly MGK’s daughter, Casie Colson Baker, is beautiful, but he is now separated from her mother, Emma Cannon.
Machine Gun Kelly MGK confirmed in 2015 that he is currently in a relationship with hip hop model Amber Rose. Regrettably, the relationship ended abruptly in October 2015, with the two individuals going their separate ways.
He was in the habit of dating other women, such as Sommer Ray, Halsey, Kate Beckinsale, and Chantel Jeffries The beautiful Megan Fox was confirmed to be in a relationship with him in 2020. The couple has been together for a long time.
The Machine Gun Kelly MGK is not perfect as it might seem. Several times, the rapper admitted to his addiction to drugs, which started in his early days. The habit took over his being, and he even contemplated suicide.
However, Machine Gun Kelly MGK wanted to overcome his drug addiction which was why he attended a rehabilitation center where he was aided by a guidance counselor to fight against the addiction.
Career
Machine Gun Kelly’s first mixtape, Stamp of Approval, was released in 2006 and he performed at Cleveland venues with the local fanbase. The trip to the Apollo Theater in New York in 2009 was what truly launched his career.
MGK made history by becoming the first rapper in history to win the Apollo talent show with an energetic performance. MGK’s 100 Words And Running mixtape arrived shortly afterward and created a promotional tour for high schools where he played in crowds so excited that the school’s security teams started hijacking him for peace. MGK’s first single, Alice in Wonderland, was released in the same year.
Block Starz Music made it available on iTunes for the release of the song. MGK won the Best Midwest Artist award for MGK at the 2010 Underground Music Awards after receiving a wide positive reception.
Lace Up is the second mixtape released by MGK in November 2010. Cleveland’s hometown anthem was featured in it. After that, he appeared on the Juicy J song Inhale, which included Steve-O from Jackass in the music video.
In March 2011, MGK was part of the inaugural SXSW show in Austin, Texas. He signed a record deal with Bad Boy Records and released the music video Wild Boy, which features Waka Flocka Flame. The pair made an appearance on BET’s 106 & Park to promote their single.
October 2012 saw the release of his official label debut album, titled ‘Lace Up.’ Critics gave it positive feedback. The record’s hits including Invincible, Wild Boy, Shut Up, Stereo, and Hold on (Shut Up) made it to No. 4 on the US Billboard 200 chart.
Furthermore, he released the single, Till I Die and A Little More for his second studio album titled General Admission, released in October 2015, which debuted at No. 4 on the album’s chart.
The single Bad Things was released by MGK at the end of 2016. Camila Cabello and I collaborated on the song, which peaked at number nine on the US Billboard Hot 100. Other albums that he produced are Bloom (2017), Hotel Diablo (2019), and Tickets to My Downfall (2020).
In addition to music, MGK has also branched out into acting. The film Beyond the Lights was where he made his film debut in 2014. He then starred in Showtime comedy drama series Roadies as Wesley (aka Wes) in 2016, before being cast in lead roles in Viral, Punk’s Dead: SLC Punk 2, and Nerve in the same year. He played Felix in Bird Box on Netflix in 2018 and Tommy Lee in The Dirt on Netflix in 2019.
Discography
Singles
- “Alice in Wonderland”
- “Wild Boy”
- “Invincible“
- “Hold On (Shut Up)”
- “Wild Boy (Remix)”
- “Till I Die”
- “A Little More”
- “Gone”
- “Young Man”
- “Bad Things”
- “At My Best”
- “Trap Paris”
- “Go for Broke”
- “Home”
- “Habits”
- “The Break Up”
- “Loco”
- “Lately”
- “Hollywood Whore”
- “El Diablo”
- “I Think I’m Okay”
- “Glass House”
- “Sorry Mama”
- “Why Are You Here”
- “Bullets with Names”
- “Misery Business”
- “Smoke and Drive”
- “In These Walls (My House)”
- “Love on the Brain”
- “Bloody Valentine”
- “Concert for Aliens”
- “My Ex’s Best Friend”
- “DayWalker”
- -“Love Race”
- -“A Girl Like You”
Studio Albums
- Lace-Up (2012)
- General Admission (2015)
- Bloom (2017)
- Hotel Diablo (2019)
- Tickets to My Downfall (2020)
- Born with Horns (2021)
Net Worth
Machine Gun Kelly is estimated to have a net worth of $10 million. He is an American rapper and actor who has built up his wealth through the release of music albums, tours, and brand partnerships. Nerve, The Land, Captive State, and Bird Box are just a few of the films he has directed that have contributed to his wealth. In addition, he earns money through endorsement deals, merchandise sales, and other business ventures.
