Swizz Beatz

Kasseem Daoud Dean (born September 13, 1978), known professionally as Swizz Beatz, is an American DJ, record producer, and rapper. Born and raised in the Bronx borough of New York City, Dean initially embarked on his musical career as a DJ. At the age of 18, he gained recognition in the music industry through his family's record label Ruff Ryders Entertainment and his affiliation with its flagship artist, Yonkers-based rapper DMX. Working with DMX as his producer, DJ, and hype man helped Dean gain prominence as a high-profile figure in hip hop in the following years.

He is currently married to singer Alicia Keys and they have six children.

 Discography 
Studio albums
Swizz Beatz has released 2 studio albums and a compilation album:
 Year  Album 2007  One Man Band Man 2012  Haute Living

 Compilation albums
 Year  Album 2002  Swizz Beatz Presents G.H.E.T.T.O. Stories

References

Other websites
 Official website

Category:1978 births
Category:Living people
Category:American DJs
Category:American painters
Category:Rappers from New York (state)
Category:Musicians from the Bronx
Category:Singers from New York City