Russ Millions facts for kids

Shylo Batchelor Ashby Milwood (born on March 20, 1996), known professionally as Russ Millions, is a talented rapper and songwriter from England. He was also known by names like Russ, Russ Splash, or RussMB. Russ Millions became well-known for his energetic music and unique dance moves. He is especially famous for his contributions to UK drill, a style of hip hop music.

Russ Millions' Music Journey

Russ Millions started his music career in 2016. In December 2018, he released a song called "Gun Lean". This song was a big hit and reached number 9 on the UK Singles Chart. It was the first time a UK drill song made it into the top 10 in the UK.

The "Gun Lean" Dance Craze

The music video for "Gun Lean" featured a special dance that Russ performed. This dance quickly became very popular, turning into a "dance craze". Even famous footballers, like Jesse Lingard, copied the moves. The Guardian newspaper even listed it as one of the "greatest pop music dance crazes" of all time.

Collaborations and Chart Success

Russ Millions has worked with many other artists. Some of his collaborations include songs with Buni, Taze, Tion Wayne, Digga D, Pressa, LD, and Dappy.

In April 2019, he released another popular song called "Keisha & Becky" with Tion Wayne. This song entered the UK Singles Chart at number 19 and later climbed to number seven. It was so successful that it was certified Platinum by the British Phonographic Industry (BPI), meaning it sold a lot of copies.

Russ Millions achieved his first number 1 hit with the song "Body". He created this song with Tion Wayne as well. "Body" was a huge international success, reaching number 1 in the UK, Australia, Ireland, and New Zealand. It also earned multiple Platinum certifications.

Russ Millions' Music Releases

Russ Millions has released several music projects for his fans.

Mixtapes

• One of a Kind (released in 2023)
• Shylo (released in 2024)

Extended Plays (EPs)

• Russ Hour (released in 2020)
• My Son: The EP (released in 2020)

Notable Singles

Here are some of Russ Millions' well-known singles:

• "Gun Lean" (2018) - Reached number 9 in the UK.
• "Keisha & Becky" (2019) - With Tion Wayne, reached number 7 in the UK.
• "Mr Sheeen" (2019) - With Digga D, reached number 28 in the UK.
• "Splash" (2020) - With Dappy, reached number 78 in the UK.
• "Body" (2021) - With Tion Wayne, was a number 1 hit in the UK, Australia, Ireland, and New Zealand.
• "Big Shark" (2021) - Reached number 54 in the UK.
• "6:30" (2021) - Reached number 53 in the UK.
• "Money Calling" (2021) - With Da Beatfreakz, Raye, and wewantwraiths, reached number 48 in the UK.
• "Drive (Remix)" (2021) - With Ayo Beatz, Clean Bandit, Chip, Wes Nelson, Topic & French the Kid, reached number 17 in the UK.
• "Reggae & Calypso" (2022) - With Buni and YV, reached number 12 in the UK.
• "Baba (Toma Tussi)" (2022) - Reached number 42 in the UK.

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