Kris Kross is a popular hip-hop duo from Atlanta, Georgia consisting of Chris “Mac Daddy” Kelly and Chris “Daddy Mac” Smith.
Their most popular song is “Jump” from 1992, but they have other famous songs like “Warm it Up”.
One of the defining features of the duo is their unique sense of fashion, with their trademark being to wear their clothes inside out.
Known for their energetic performances and catchy songs, they had a major impact on the hip-hop scene in the 1990s.
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- Full names: Chris Kelly (Mack Daddy) and Chris Smith (Daddy Mack),
- Stage names: Mack Daddy and Daddy Mack
- Established: 1992-1998
- Age: 6
- Birthplace: Atlanta, Georgia
- Country: United States
- Occupation: American hip-hop duo
- Height: 5’9 and 5,6
- Net worth: $500,000 to $2 million.
Early life and education.
Kris Kross is an American pop hip-hop duo formed in Atlanta, Georgia, United States in 1992. The band consists of two members, Chris Kelly (Mack Daddy) and Chris Smith (Daddy Mack), who are childhood friends who met in the first grade.
Amazingly, they were discovered by Jermaine Dupri at the Greenbriar Mall in Atlanta in 1991, even though they were not actively pursuing a music career at the time. Despite their young age, Chris Kelly and Chris Smith attended Woodward Academy in College Park, Georgia.
Profession
Kris Cross was an American hip hop duo consisting of Chris “Mac Daddy” Kelly and Chris “Daddy Mac” Smith, who had a short but influential career in the early 1990s. Despite their young age, they achieved mainstream success and had a major impact on the music industry.
Their first single, “Jump”, was discovered by Jermaine Dupri and became a global hit, and their debut album, “Totally Krossed Out”, reached the top of the US Billboard 200 album chart.
Their success continued with their second album, Da Bomb, which also produced another hit single, “Alright,” and earned them a Grammy nomination. However, the duo disbanded in 1996, with Kelly and Smith pursuing solo careers. Sadly, Kelly passed away in 2013 at the age of 34, but their musical legacy lives on.
In 1992, Kris Kross continued their work and expansion, participating in Michael Jackson’s “Dangerous World Tour” and appearing in his “Jam” music video. They also released two more studio albums, “Da Bomb” and “Young, Rich & Dangerous”, both of which reached the top 20 of the charts, and made guest appearances on hits such as “A Different World” and “In Living Color”.
The duo starred in their video game, Kris Kross: Make My Video. However, their success was short-lived as they disbanded after the release of their third album in 1996.
Unfortunately, Chris Kelly passed away in 2013, but surviving member Chris Smith continues to work on various projects, including his clothing line Urbane Muse. Chris Cross is remembered for his catchy music, especially his hit song “Jump”, his unique backwards clothing style, and the youthful energy that captivated audiences in the early 90s.
Awards and nominations
Grammy Awards
- Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group Nominated
- Nominated for Best New Artist at the American Music Awards
- Won the Most Popular Rap/Hip-Hop Newcomer
- Won the Best Soul/R&B Newcomer Award Nominated for Best Pop/Rock Band/Group/Orchestra
- Favorite Pop/Rock Album nominee (“Totally Krossed Out”)
- Favorite Rap/Hip-Hop Artist Nominee
Other Awards
- Nominated for Best Rap Album (“Totally Krossed Out”) and Best New R&B/Soul Artist at the Soul Train Awards
- Won the Billboard Music Award for Best Hot 100 Single (possibly “Jump”)
- Other nominations include an MTV Video Music Award, an NAACP Image Award, a Juno Award, and a Kids’ Choice Award
Social media.
- Instagram account: @urbanemuse
Personal life
The famous rap duo Kris Cross consists of two members: Chris “Mac Daddy” Kelly and Chris “Daddy Mac” Smith. Before they became Kris Cross, Kelly and Smith were just two childhood friends who met in the first grade in Atlanta, Georgia. In 1990, Jermaine Dupri discovered them at a mall in Atlanta before they even considered a career in music.
Unfortunately, Chris Kelly passed away in 2013 at the age of 34, but Chris Smith continued to pursue music and even released his first solo album, “SMITH Vol. 1,” in 2023. He has also expanded his hobbies and now has his own clothing line. Their personal lives have changed dramatically since the days of Kris Kross.
net worth
Kris Kross is a popular hip-hop duo from Atlanta, Georgia. Chris “Mac Daddy” Kelly and Chris “Dad Mike” Smith. They rose to fame in the early 1990s with the hit single “Jump” and their debut album sold over 4 million copies.
Despite their success, the pair encountered financial difficulties, and Chris Kelly filed for bankruptcy in 2011. Their net worth is estimated to be between $500,000 and $2 million.
