Machine Gun Kelly - Rapper, Guitarist, Songwriter, Singer, Actor
Age: 35
Country: United States Occupations:
Rapper, Guitarist, Songwriter, Singer, Actor
Machine Gun Kelly (MGK) is the stage name of Colson Baker, an American musician, rapper, singer, songwriter, and actor.
He began his career as a rapper, releasing mixtapes and gaining attention for his fast-paced delivery and distinctive style. His early music was predominantly hip-hop and pop rap, with hits like "Wild Boy" and "Bad Things."
Around 2020, MGK made a notable shift in his musical style, moving toward a pop-punk and alternative rock sound with albums like Tickets to My Downfall and Mainstream Sellout. This genre switch showcased his versatility and brought him significant mainstream success in the rock community, though he continues to incorporate rap elements in his work.
Beyond music, he has appeared in several films and television shows, including Bird Box and the Mötley Crüe biopic The Dirt, where he played drummer Tommy Lee. His public persona is often associated with his distinctive fashion sense, tattoos, and high-profile relationships.
The stage name "Machine Gun Kelly" is derived from the nickname of the Prohibition-era gangster, George Kelly Barnes.