DJ Quik

DJ Quik, born David Marvin Blake on January 18, 1970, in Compton, California, is a rapper, songwriter, DJ, and record producer known for his contributions to West Coast hip-hop. He rose to fame in the early 1990s with his debut album "Quik Is the Name," which featured hits like "Born and Raised in Compton" and "Tonite." Throughout his career, DJ Quik has been praised for his innovative production style, particularly in the G-funk subgenre, and has collaborated with numerous high-profile artists including Snoop Dogg, Tupac, and Kurupt.

Despite facing personal challenges, including a period of homelessness in his youth, DJ Quik has maintained a significant presence in the hip-hop world. He's known for his quick production skills (hence his stage name) and his use of the talkbox, a technique he learned from funk legend Roger Troutman. With a discography spanning several decades, DJ Quik continues to be respected as both an artist and producer in the hip-hop community.

Genres

R&b

Hip Hop

Soul

Contemporary R&b

Rap

Funk

Old School Hip Hop

G Funk

West Coast Hip Hop

Related Artists

Snoop Dogg

E-40

Warren G

Dr. Dre

Nate Dogg

Ice Cube

Kurupt

The Game

Too $hort

MC Eiht

Mack 10

Travis Scott

Latest Release

Valdra La Pena

DJ Quik

Single - Released August 21, 2024