david cross (kwate)

Kwate, a Nigerian hip-hop and Afrobeats artist, was born on August 2 in Benin City and raised in Lagos State. He hails from Edo State. His musical journey began in the early 2000s, and in 2007 , he released his debut EP .In 2009, Kwate dropped his first album titled Tomilorobo, which gained widespread attention in 2010 following the release of the hit single “Party Dey Here” featuring Side One. The song received massive airplay across Nigeria. He followed up in 2011 with another fan favorite, “Baby Give Me More”, featuring Jaywon.

EDUCA TION:

• Oko Erin Primary School, Kwara State
• Immaculate Conception College, Edo State
• Ekiadolor College of Education, Edo State
• University of Benin, Edo State

HOW THE MUSIC CAREER ST ARTED:
Kwate's passion for music ignited in the late 1990s, leading him to explore hip-hop and Afrobeats genres. His unique blend of traditional Nigerian sounds with contemporary influences set him apart in the music scene.