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Class Acts: Anthony Hamilton - Charlotte, North Carolina native, Anthony Hamilton, began his career opening and singing background for R&B singer D’Angelo. (Photo: Ronna Gradus/Getty Images)

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For the People - In 2002, Hamilton got his big break singing the hook on  “Po’ Folks,” a hit single from the hip hop group Nappy Roots, which was nominated for a Best Rap/Sung Collaboration Grammy the following year. (Photo: Paul Warner/Getty Images)

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Breakout Record - Though having previously released a full-length LP, it was Hamilton’s 2003 Comin’ From Where I’m From, which forced audiences to pay attention. The album’s title track and single "Charlene" helped the album reach platinum status and garnered three Grammy nominations. (Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images)

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Legendary - Anthony Hamilton performs on stage with iconic guitarist Carlos Santana during Santana's celebration launch of his album, All That I Am in November 2005 in New York City. (Photo: Bryan Bedder/Getty Images)

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Without a Care In The World - In 2005, Hamilton released his third studio album, Ain’t Nobody Worryin’ on So So Def and debuted at number four on the Billboard Top R&B/Hip Hop Albums and certified goal early the following year. (Photo: Cory Schwartz/Getty Images)

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Major Motion Picture - In 2006, the single “Where Did It Go Wrong?” was featured in a pivotal scene in the hit film ATL starring T.I. and Lauren London and directed by acclaimed video director Chris Robinson. (Photo: Jason Kempin/Getty Images)

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Guest Appearance - In 2007, Hamilton makes a cameo in the film, American Gangster with Denzel Washington and Russell Crowe. The song, “Do You Feel Me” performed by Hamilton onscreen is featured on the movie soundtrack, and charts on Billboard's Top R&B 100. (Photo: Rick Diamond/Getty Images)

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Don't Stop The Music - Hamilton debuts Southern Comfort, a second compilation album of unreleased material recorded early in his career around the years 2000-2002. The record peaked at number 13 on the Billboard Top R&B/Hip Hop albums and number three on the Top Independent Albums list.  (Photo: Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

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Tribute To A Legend - At the 2008 BET Awards, Hamilton performed a cover of Al Green’s “Tired of Being Alone” during a tribute to Green in recognition of his Lifetime Achievement. (Photo: Phil McCarten/PictureGroup)

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Back to Love - In 2011 Anthony Hamilton revisted a topic heknows all to well. Lead by the single, “Woo” released his fifth studio album, Back to Love. The LP, which featured production from Babyface and Dre & Vidal, reached No. 3 on the Billboard R&B charts. (Photo: Moses Robinson/Getty Images)

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Soul Stirring - In true Anthony Hamilton fashion, the singer brought down the house the 2012 Soul Train Awards during his performance of Bill Wither's "Lovely Day." It's safe to say you can expect more of the same at UNCF 2012.(Photo:  Isaac Brekken/Getty Images for Centric)

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