Timothy Zachery Mosley (born March 10, 1972), known professionally as Timbaland, is an American record producer, rapper, and singer. Born and raised in Norfolk, Virginia, he has received widespread acclaim for his innovative production work and distinctive “stuttering” rhythmic style. In 2007, Entertainment Weekly stated that “just about every current pop trend can be traced back to him—from sultry, urban-edged R&B songstresses […] to the art of incorporating avant-garde sounds into No. 1 hits. Read more…