Becoming ... Usher

See how the sexy Grammy nominee went from choirboy to chart-topper. By Serena Kappes

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GOLDEN BOYS

Usher has a lot in common with friend Justin Timberlake (in 2003), including chart-topping success and an abundance of devoted fans. "My security searches my hotel rooms to make sure there aren't women hiding out under the bed," says Usher. Some have even tattooed his name on their bodies. "That's one thing that makes you stop, like, 'Whoa! You did what?' "