Saweetie
Diamonté Quiava Valentin Harper
Saweetie is an American rapper from Santa Clara, California active since 2016.
- Profession
- Rapper, Songwriter
- 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
Frequently asked questions about Saweetie
- What is Saweetie known for?
- Saweetie is an American rapper from Santa Clara, California active since 2016. Saweetie is recognized as a rapper and songwriter.
- Where is Saweetie from?
- Saweetie is from Santa Clara, California.
- When was Saweetie born?
- Saweetie was born on July 2, 1993, in Santa Clara, California.
- What kind of music does Saweetie make?
- Saweetie's music spans Hip-hop, Pop rap, and Trap.
- Is Saweetie still active?
- Yes — Saweetie has been active since 2016 and continues to work today.
- What record labels has Saweetie been associated with?
- Saweetie has been associated with Icy and Warner.
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