Paul Wall Reveals the Real Story Behind Nelly's "Grillz" | On the Record

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March 9th, 2026

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Houston legend Paul Wall breaks down getting inspired by the Screwed Up Click to Nelly inviting him to Atlanta to record at Jermaine Dupri’s Southside Studios. In this episode of On The Record, Paul Wall reflects on the studio energy that ultimately turned "Grillz" into a life-changing moment. Subscribe to Complex on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Complex?sub_confirmation=1 #complex Check out more of Complex here: http://www.complex.com http://instagram.com/complex https://www.tiktok.com/@complex https://twitter.com/Complex https://www.facebook.com/complex COMPLEX is a community of creators and curators, armed with the Internet, committed to surfacing and sharing the voices and conversations that define our new America. Our videos exemplify convergence culture, exploring topics that include music, sneakers, style, sports, and pop culture through original shows and Complex News segments. Featuring your favorite celebrities, authoritative commentary, and a unique voice, our videos make culture pop.
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