Rico Nasty, born **Maria-Cecilia Simone Kelly** on May 7, 1997, in Largo, Maryland, is an American rapper, singer, and songwriter. She began her music career in high school, self-releasing content and gaining a local following with singles like **”iCarly”** and **”Hey Arnold”**.
Her breakthrough came with the 2018 singles **”Smack a Bitch”** and **”Poppin”**, which led to her signing with Atlantic Records. Rico Nasty’s debut studio album, **”Nightmare Vacation”**, was released in December 2020. She continued to evolve her sound with her seventh mixtape, **”Las Ruinas”**, released in July 2022.
Rico Nasty is known for her unique blend of hip-hop, punk rap, and trap, often described as “sugar trap.” Her bold and energetic style has earned her a dedicated fanbase and critical acclaim.