Usher, born Usher Raymond IV on October 14, 1978, is an American R&B singer, songwriter, and dancer renowned for his smooth vocals, impressive dance moves, and chart-topping hits. Rising to fame in the late '90s with albums like My Way and 8701, Usher established himself as a major force in R&B. His 2004 album, Confessions, is one of the best-selling R&B albums of all time, featuring hits like "Yeah!" and "Burn," and is often credited with defining the sound of modern R&B. Throughout his career,