Yo Gotti in the House Tonight! - Memphis rapper Yo Gotti is in the house tonight with the world premiere of his music video, "Act Right," featuring Jeezy and YG. Catch Yo Gotti tonight on 106 at 6P/5C! (Photo: Candice Lawler/BET)
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Usher - Although most people think that Usher is from Atlanta, the R&B superstar was actually born in Texas and raised in Chattanooga, Tennessee. He, like another R&B star on this list, proves that Tennessee is a mecca for timeless soul music. (Photo: Neilson Barnard/Getty Images)
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Three 6 Mafia - Before Juicy J took on life as a solo star, he was a member of the legendary duo Three 6 Mafia. They're so legendary that they are one of the few musical acts to have an Oscar, so don't be scared to "bow down."(Photo: Amanda Parks / Splash News)
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8Ball and MJG - Like Three 6 Mafia, 8Ball and MJG are another hip hop duo that have left their mark on music and hail from Memphis. One of the most classic moments of their career is when Three 6 Mafia featured them on the 2005 mega hit "Stay Fly." (Photo: Amanda Edwards/Getty Images)
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Justin Timberlake - Justin Timberlake is one of the most successful acts to ever come out of Tennessee. Born and raised just outside of Memphis and growing up with music in his ear, Justin has risen to levels of super stardom that have only really been surpassed by Beyonce. There's clearly something in the Tennessee water.(Photo: Awais, PacificCoastNews.com)
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