Heavy D
Dwight Errington Myers
Heavy D is an American rapper from Mandeville active since 1986.
- Profession
- Rapper, Singer, Actor
- From
- Mandeville, Jamaica
- Born
- May 24, 1967
- Years active
- 1986–2011
Early life
Born in Jamaica and raised in Mount Vernon, New York, Dwight Myers led Heavy D & the Boyz, blending smooth rap with new jack swing.
Career
Hits like "Now That We Found Love" made him a crossover star, and he became president of Uptown Records and a working actor before his death in 2011.
Major achievements
He charted platinum records and rose to lead a major label, a rare artist-executive.
Legacy
Heavy D brought charm and positivity to rap and helped guide the careers of artists like Mary J. Blige.
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