Warrior (Nelly song)

"Warrior" is a song by American rapper Nelly featuring American singer Patti LaBelle and American singers Fergie and Avery Storm. It was released in 2008 as the fourth and final single from Nelly's fifth studio album, Brass Knuckles. The song is a mid-tempo R&B ballad with themes of perseverance, strength, and overcoming adversity.

The track features a blend of Nelly's rapping with R&B vocals from LaBelle, Fergie, and Storm. Patti LaBelle's vocals provide a soulful, gospel-influenced backdrop to the song's message of resilience, while Fergie's contributions add a contemporary pop sensibility. Avery Storm, who was signed to Nelly's Derrty Entertainment label at the time, offers additional R&B vocals.

"Warrior" was produced by Polow da Don and was intended to be an inspirational anthem. Although Brass Knuckles featured a more hip-hop and club-oriented sound overall, "Warrior" served as a departure and allowed Nelly to showcase a more sensitive and motivational side. The song received moderate airplay but did not achieve the same level of commercial success as some of Nelly's earlier singles.