Peter William Nelson, better known by his stage name Copywrite, is an underground rapper from Columbus, Ohio. He is a member of MHz Legacy (formerly known as MHz). He was a member of The Weathermen.

Career

In 2002, Copywrite released his debut album, The High Exhaulted, on Eastern Conference. Production was handled by RJD2, Intalec, Mighty Mi, Camu Tao, and Copywrite himself. It was followed by Cruise Control Mixtape: Volume 1, which featured production from J-Zone, Jake One and Jay Dilla. In 2010, Copywrite released his second album, entitled The Life and Times of Peter Nelson. The album featured guest appearances from Dilated Peoples, Sean Price, and Middle Distance Runner. It was produced by RJD2, Twiz the Beat Pro, and Surock, among others. In 2012, Copywrite released his third album, God Save the King, on Man Bites Dog Records. It featured guest appearances from Mac Lethal, Roc Marciano, and Torae.

Personal life

Copywrite is the grandson of the late singer Skip Nelson (born Scipione Mirabella) who most sang and played piano and guitar for the Glenn Miller Band in the 1940s.

Discography

Studio albums

Collaborative albums

Compilation albums

Mixtapes

EPs

Singles

Guest appearances