Petey Pablo, born Moses Barrett III, is an American rapper, singer, and songwriter from North Carolina. Before releasing his debut album, Pablo gained fame as a member of the hip-hop group N.O.L.A. (North of Lafayette Avenue), which was formed in the late 1990s. In 2000, Pablo signed with No Limit Records, a renowned record label known for launching the careers of successful artists like Master P, Silkk the Shocker, and Mia X.