In 1991, she joined TLC, replacing founding member Crystal Jones, and was nicknamed Chilli by Lisa Lopes so that the group could retain the name TLC. The group went on to sell over 65 million records worldwide and became the best-selling American girl group of all-time; only the Spice Girls has sold more.

What is Chilis nationality?

American Rozonda Thomas/Nationality 1. Chilli, born Rozonda Ocelean Thomas, was born on February 27th, 1971 in Atlanta, Georgia. Her father, Abdul Ali, was of Arab/Indian descent and her mother, Ava Thomas, was African American. She was teased as a child for her exotic appearance.

Where did left eye get her nickname?

Left Eye N.I.N.A.Nina Lisa Lopes/Nicknames