Dave
Dave is a grime artist from Streatham, South London.
South London rapper and storyteller whose Psychodrama won the Mercury Prize and the BRIT for Album of the Year.
Who is Dave?
Dave (David Omoregie) is a rapper, songwriter and producer from Streatham, South London.
Known for
His EP Six Paths (2016), the number one single "Funky Friday" with Fredo (2018), and his debut album Psychodrama (2019), which won the Mercury Prize and the BRIT Award for Album of the Year. With Central Cee he made Split Decision (2023), with the record-breaking "Sprinter".
Style
Deep, honest storytelling that balances the personal and the political, often over piano and cinematic production. He moves easily between rap, grime and R&B.
Impact
Dave is seen as one of the most important British rappers of his generation and proved that deep, conceptual rap albums can top the UK charts.
Influences
- Drake
- Skepta
- Hans Zimmer
Dave: quick answers
What genre is Dave?
Dave’s music falls under Grime. Dave is part of UK hip-hop, with the most important work in the 2020s.
Where is Dave from?
Dave is from Streatham, South London.
What is Dave’s real name?
Dave’s real name is David Omoregie.
When did Dave start?
Dave has been active since 2015.
Who influenced Dave?
Dave was influenced by Drake and Skepta.
Which artists are similar to Dave?
If you like Dave, listen to Central Cee, Enny, J. Cole, Little Simz, Skepta and Stormzy.
