Pretty Ricky

Pretty Ricky is an American R&B/hip-hop group originated from Miami, Florida, formed in the early 2000s. The group originally consisted of four brothers: Ala Diamond "Baby Blue" Smith, "Spectacular" Blue Smith, "Slick 'Em" Hound, and Marcus "Pleasure P" Cooper. They gained prominence with their debut single "Grind With Me," which peaked at number 7 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 2005. 

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The group's debut album, "Bluestars," was released in the same year and reached the 16th position on the Billboard 200 chart. Their second album, "Late Night Special," released in 2007, reached number one on the Billboard 200 chart, solidifying their place in the music industry.

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In 2007, lead singer Pleasure P left the group to pursue a solo career but was replaced by Christopher "4Play" Myers, who was later replaced by Lingerie. Despite changes in the lineup, the group continued to produce music and released two more albums, "Pretty Ricky" (2009), and "Bluestars 2" (2020).

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Their music blends sultry R&B with hip hop beats, and their lyrics often revolve around themes of love and relationships. Despite various challenges and changes, Pretty Ricky has made a significant impact in the R&B and hip-hop scene, and their music continues to resonate with fans around the world.