In this episode of pplpod, we dive deep into the three-decade career of Usher Raymond IV, the artist Billboard named the number-one Hot 100 artist of the 2000s. From his discovery on Star Search at age 13 to his record-breaking Las Vegas residencies and 2024 Super Bowl halftime show, we trace the reinvention of a musical icon.

Join us as we explore:

• The Early Grind: How a teenage Usher was sent to "Flavor Camp" to live with Sean "Diddy" Combs, a period he later described as the "hardest days" of his life.
• The Confessions Era: The story behind his 2004 diamond-certified masterpiece, which sold over 20 million copies worldwide and was fueled by media speculation regarding his breakup with TLC’s Chilli.
• The Mogul: Beyond the microphone, we discuss h ...