Saweetie
Diamonté Quiava Valentin Harper
Saweetie is an American rapper from Santa Clara, California active since 2016.
- Profession
- Rapper, Songwriter
- From
- Santa Clara, California
- Born
- July 2, 1993
- Years active
- 2016–present
Early life
Born in Santa Clara and raised in the Bay Area and Sacramento, Diamonté Harper went viral with the freestyle "Icy Grl" while working in the Bay Area.
Career
She built a hit-making run with platinum singles like "My Type" and "Tap In," pairing confident anthems with a strong fashion and social-media presence.
Major achievements
She has earned multiple platinum singles and a Grammy nomination for Best New Artist.
Legacy
Saweetie exemplifies the modern, brand-savvy female rap star of the streaming age.
References
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