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Timbaland Biography

Birth Name:Timothy Zachery Mosley

Birth Place:Norfolk, Virginia, United States

Profession Soundtrack, Music department, Actor, Producer

Fast Facts

  • In 2008, he was inducted into the Philosophical Society of Trinity College
  • Was named Songwriter of the Year at the ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Awards in 2001
  • Produced the 2008 Eurovision contest-winning song "Believe․"
  • Started out as a DJ at the age of 15, producing songs for groups at his high school
  • Quote: "You can accomplish anything you put your mind to if you stay persistent and disciplined․"
  • Frequently collaborates with music artists Missy Elliot, Justin Timberlake and Jay-Z
  • As a teenager, he was friends with rappers Magoo, Pharrell and Pusha T
  • Was given the nickname "Timbaland" by Jodeci group member Devante Swing

Awards

  • 1999ASCAP Award-Most Performed Songs from Motion Pictures: winner
  • 2001ASCAP Award-Most Performed Songs from Motion Pictures: winner
  • 2002ASCAP Award-Most Performed Songs from Motion Pictures: winner