Belo Zero

Belo Zero
Birth name Darnell Smith
Also known as Belo
Born (1972-09-20) September 20, 1972
Origin Chicago, Illinois, United States
Genres Hip Hop
Occupation(s) Rapper
Instruments Vocals
Years active 1995-present
Labels Rap-A-Lot Records Virgin Records Sony Records
Associated acts Do or Die, Outlawz, Twista, Johnny P, Rick Ross

Darnell Smith (born September 20, 1972), also known by his stage name Belo Zero (or simply Belo) is an American Hip Hop recording artist signed to Rap-A-Lot, Virgin, and Sony Records. He is one of the original members of the Chicago-based rap group Do or Die.

In 2006, he released his debut solo album The Truth. The album included the single, "So Exclusive" featuring R&B singer, Johnny P.

In October 2007, Smith pleaded guilty in a plea bargain to the shooting death of Raymond "B-Dog" Pinkston and was sentenced to 10 years in prison of which he served 5 years. Smith continues to maintain that he shot Pinkston in self-defense, however after a 6 year long court battle Smith agreed to the plea bargain.

In 2013, Belo released his second solo album I Plead the 5th.

Discography

Studio albums
  • The Truth (2006)
  • I Plead the 5th (2013)


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