N.O.R.E. is an American rapper. He released his solo debut album N.O.R.E. and later Melvyn Flynt Da Hustler. He released an extended version of Oye Mi Canto featuring Tego Calderón and Nina Sky, which became one of his most popular songs alongside Nothin' and Superthug. N.O.R.E. signed to Babygrande Records in 2007 and appeared in the film State Property 2. He later appeared in the film I Wish I Had a House Like This in 2008. He has also been involved in television, appearing in the series Love & Hip Hop: Miami and hosting The Black Effect Network's Music podcast Drink Champs.