CeeLo Green Receives DeKalb County’s Highest Civilian Honor
Former Goodie Mob member and Atlanta native, CeeLo Green was just awarded DeKalb County’s highest civilian honor on June 25 in his hometown.
According to 11 Alive, the ceremony took place as part of DeKalb’s African American Music Appreciation Month celebration where the DeKalb County Board of Commissioners honored the recording artist at their meeting. He was also bestowed with the W.W. King Bridge Builder Award and the African American Music Appreciation Month Trailblazer Award.
“It feels somewhat like an out-of-body experience. I can’t believe, I’m talking about my actual accomplishments, it’s awesome. Thank you so much; it’s nothing but gratitude and appreciation. I really appreciate it,” CeeLo stated when given the honors.
CeeLo, who was born in Atlanta, started his music career as a rapper in the hip-hop group, Goodie Mob in 1991. After completing three albums with group members, Khujo, T-Mo, and Big Gipp, he pursued a solo career and released two separate projects. But, his career really took off when he collaborated with producer Danger Mouse to form the group, Gnarls Barkley where the lead single, “Crazy” made him a worldwide superstar.
CeeLo was recognized for his many contributions to the community he has been supporting over the years.
“He does so much for so many people, investing not just in music but also in people, young people, providing encouragement and inspiration and providing resources to help them to fulfill their dreams,” said DeKalb County CEO Micheal Thurman in acknowledging the music industry veteran.
While accepting his well-earned awards, he acknowledged producer Rico Wade who recently passed away.
“Rest in peace to the legendary and irreplaceable Rico Wade for changing my life. Thank you to all who have been touched and moved, motivated and inspired by the music.”
CeeLo did state that he is working on a new Gnarls Barkley album.
