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Raphael Saadiq

Charles Ray Wiggins

Raphael Saadiq is an American singer from Oakland, California active since 1987.

Profession
Singer, Songwriter, Producer
From
Oakland, California
Born
May 14, 1966
Years active
1987–present

Early life

An Oakland native, Charles Wiggins rose to fame in the group Tony! Toni! Toné! before becoming one of R&B's most respected producers.

Career

He produced for D'Angelo, Solange, and many others, won acclaim for solo albums like "The Way I See It," and scored films and the series "Insecure."

Major achievements

He won multiple Grammy Awards as a producer and artist and is regarded as a master of vintage soul revival.

Legacy

Raphael Saadiq is a chief architect of modern soul, bridging classic R&B craft and contemporary production.

References

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