Plies

Algernod Lanier Washington, known professionally as Plies, is an American rapper whose career spans from successful charting singles to impactful social commentary. After his impactful verse on the 2003 track ‘Tell Dem Krackers Dat’ marked a turning point in his music career, Plies went on to sign with Slip-n-Slide Records in 2004. This led to a joint venture with Atlantic Records in 2006, following the release of four successful mixtapes. His debut studio album, The Real Testament, launched in 2007, quickly ascended to number two on the Billboard 200.

The album featured the commercially successful single ‘Shawty’ featuring T-Pain, which peaked within the top ten of the Billboard Hot 100 in 2007 and achieved RIAA platinum certification in 2008. Plies continued this momentum with his second album, Definition of Real, released in 2008, which mirrored his debut by also reaching number two on the Billboard 200 and earning RIAA Gold certification the same year. This album included the top ten single ‘Bust It Baby Pt. 2’ featuring Ne-Yo.

This engagement led to the release of related singles, ‘Mrs. 47’ in early 2024 and ‘We Gone Be Ok’ later that year, further demonstrating his ability to blend musical output with timely social relevance. His career continues to reflect a powerful blend of chart-topping musical achievements, strategic collaborations, and a distinct public persona that resonates with a broad and engaged audience.