Born and raised in Philadelphia, Marc Nelson is the son of Phyllis Nelson, best-known for the dance hit I Like You. He was one of the original members of Boyz II Men while still a student at Philadelphia's renowned High School of Performing Arts. After getting a solo deal with Capitol, Nelson found a hit with his 1991 cover of Marvin Gaye's I Want You, and the follow-up Count on Me also charted. His I Want You album was issued in September 1991, though afterwards, Nelson concentrated on developing his craft as a songwriter. After superstar writer/producer/artist Babyface heard about his talents, Nelson found himself knee-deep in outside projects; he has written songs for Toni Braxton, Brandy, Jon B, Tyrese, Tamia, Keith Washington, Aaron Neville, and Babyface. Nelson also appeared on a duet with Beyonce Knowles, on the movie soundtrack to #The Best Man and released his second album (Chocolate Mood) in November 1999. The single 15 Minutes became his biggest hit, denting the Top 40 at number 27. ~ Ed Hogan, Rovi