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nelly Disputes T-pain’s Account of Rejecting ’Low’
LOS ANGELES, CA – Nelly is setting the record straight regarding the origins of Flo Rida and T-Pain‘s 2008 chart-topping hit, ”Low.” The rapper directly refuted T-Pain’s claim that the song was initially offered to both him and Paul wall, stating he had ”never heard that song” prior to its release.
The dispute surfaced following a 2022 conversation between T-Pain and Joe Budden, which was shared on Facebook. In the video, T-Pain alleged that “Low” was presented to nelly and Wall before ultimately being recorded with Flo Rida. Nelly, speaking with PEOPLE, dismissed the story as untrue, adding, “T-Pain lying, man.” he acknowledged, though, that “everything happens for a reason,” and questioned how the song might have differed had he been involved.
The exchange highlights the frequently enough-unseen dynamics behind hit song creation and the differing recollections of artists involved. “Low” became a massive success, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 and earning a Grammy Award for Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group.
Nelly was discussing the success of his Apple Bottoms denim brand, which recently launched a collaboration with Bubly sparkling water celebrating the return of the beverage’s crisp apple flavor. he noted the partnership made sense because both brands have achieved “astonishing success in an area where I would have never thought people would be making money.” The Apple Bubly Jeans campaign includes a bundle featuring exclusive denim, the drink, and branded accessories.
