Colson Baker (born April 22, 1990) was born in Houston, Texas, United States. He is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, and actor. He is professionally known as Machine Gun Kelly (MGK). MGK has gained a reputation for his ability to seamlessly blend various genres, including alternative rock and hip hop. MGK first gained popularity through the release of 4 mixtapes between 2007 and 2010, which helped him establish a loyal fanbase. He was later signed to Bad Boy Records and released his debut studio album, "Lace Up", in 2012. The album peaked at number 4 on the US Billboard 200 and featured his breakout single "Wild Boy" featuring Waka Flocka Flame.
His subsequent albums, General Admission (2015) and Bloom (2017), achieved similar commercial success, with Bloom featuring the hit single "Bad Things" featuring Camila Cabello, which peaked at number 4 on the Billboard Hot 100.
In 2019, MGK released his fourth studio album, Hotel Diablo, which showcased his ability to blend rock and rap. However, his fifth album, Tickets to My Downfall (2020), marked a complete departure from hip hop and an entry into pop-punk. The album debuted at number one on the Billboard 200, making it the only rock album to do so that year. It featured the single "My Ex's Best Friend," which reached number 20 on the Hot 100. MGK continued his commercial success with his sixth album, Mainstream Sellout (2022), which also achieved chart-topping success.
In addition to his music career, MGK has also made a name for himself in the world of acting. He made his debut as an actor in the 2014 romantic drama Beyond the Lights and has since appeared in several movies, including the techno-thriller Nerve (2016), the horror film Bird Box (2018), and the comedy Big Time Adolescence. In 2019, he portrayed Tommy Lee in the biopic The Dirt, further demonstrating his versatility as an artist.
Overall, Machine Gun Kelly has established himself as a dynamic and multi-talented artist, known for his ability to blend various genres and his success in both the music and acting industries.
