ABOVE: Check out some highlights from rapper Nelly’s performance in Erbil, Kurdistan
American rapper Nelly made history Friday as the first American artist to perform in Kurdistan.
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The Grammy Award-winning artist performed a charity concert in support of the Rwanga Foundation.
Taking place in Erbil, Kurdistan, during the annual Xoli Raperin football tournament, the concert aimed to promote peace.
Proceeds from the ticket sales will help those impacted by the recent conflict in the area.
“Arab Idol” star Ammar Koofy also performed.
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