About Keith Sweat
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Keith Sweat, born on July 22, 1961, in Harlem, New York, is an American singer, songwriter, and record producer known for his distinctive voice and contributions to the R&B genre, particularly in the "New Jack Swing" movement of the late 1980s and early 1990s. With a career spanning over three decades, Sweat is often recognized as one of the pioneers of modern R&B and has earned a reputation as a "King of R&B" alongside other influential artists of his era.
Sweat's breakthrough came in 1987 with the release of his debut album Make It Last Forever, which included the hit single "I Want Her." The song became an instant classic and reached No. 1 on the R&B charts. Make It Last Forever was certified Platinum and established Sweat as a major figure in the music world. His smooth falsetto and romantic lyrics helped define the sound of late '80s R&B.
In the early 1990s, Keith Sweat played a key role in discovering and shaping the careers of several successful R&B groups. In 1992, he discovered Silk and helped craft their debut album Lose Control, which reached No. 7 on the Billboard 200. The album's hit single "Freak Me" topped the Billboard Hot 100 in 1993. That same year, Sweat discovered the female group Kut Klose and produced their debut album Surrender, which included the hit "I Like."
Sweat's solo career also flourished, with his fourth album Get Up on It (1994) and his self-titled fifth album (1996), both reaching the top ten on the Billboard 200. His hits "Twisted" (featuring Kut Klose) and "Nobody" were his biggest, with "Twisted" reaching No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100. He also produced for Dru Hill.
Throughout his career, Keith Sweat has collaborated with a wide range of artists, including Johnny Gill, Gerald Levert, and Snoop Dogg, as well as producing and writing for others. His work with the supergroup LSG (Levert, Sweat, and Gill) produced the hit album Levert.Sweat.Gill (1997), which earned critical acclaim.
Aside from his musical achievements, Sweat became known for his role as a radio personality. His show, The Keith Sweat Hotel, which airs on the SiriusXM radio network, became a popular outlet for romantic R&B music and advice, attracting fans of all ages.
Keith Sweat's career highlights include multiple gold and platinum certifications, a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and a legacy as a foundational figure in the evolution of modern R&B.
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