DeVante Swing is an American-born rapper, singer, songwriter, producer, and mentor known as one of the founding members of the R&B group Jodeci.
He is also the creator of Swing Mob, which consists of the people he has taught, such as Missy Elliott, Tweet, and many others.
Devante Swings Net Worth
DeVante amassed wealth due to his work as both a singer, songwriter, and producer. At Jodeci, he released three studio albums that all hit #1 on the U.S. R&B charts.
His debut studio album with the group, ‘Forever My Lady,’ was released in 1991 on Uptown/MCA Records and was certified 3x Platinum, reaching #1 on the USA R&B charts. Their second album was also 2x Platinum, reaching #1 on the US R&B charts and #3 on the Billboard 200 chart.
Jodeci’s third album, ‘The Show, The After Party, The Hotel,’ was released in 1995 and certified Platinum. It peaked at #1 on the US R&B, #2 on the Billboard 200, and #4 on the UK charts. Their most popular songs include the #1 hits “Forever My Lady” and others.
After that, DeVante became a producer and owner of Swing Mob, producing stars like Missy Elliott and others. With this, he has amassed his fair share of money.
DeVante is estimated to have a net worth of $5 million.
DeVante also had a house in Lloyd Harbor, New York, but no longer stayed there.
Profile Summary
| Net Worth | $5 million |
| Name | Donald Earle DeGrate Jr |
| Age | 54 years old |
| Date of Birth | September 29, 1969 |
| Place of Birth | Hampton, Virginia, U.S |
| Nationality | American |
| Profession | Rapper Singer Songwriter Producer |
| Parents | Father: Donald Earle DeGrate Mother: Mary DeGrate |
| Sibling | Dalvin DeGrate |
| Wife | Miranda Santana |
| Children | Justin DeGrate Dyana DeGrate |
| Height | 6’1″ 1.85m 185cm |
| Weight | 70kg 154lbs |
Devante Swings Biography
DeVanté Swing, whose real name is Donald Earle DeGrate Jr, was born on September 29, 1969, in Hampton, Virginia, U.S.
He was born to parents Donald DeGrate (father) and Mary DeGrate (mother) and is the elder brother of Dalvin DeGrate, a singer, writer, producer, and rapper.
Although born in Hampton, Virginia, he grew up in Charlotte, North Carolina, U.S.
However, not much is known about his educational background as it has yet to be revealed to the public.
Devante Swings Professional Career
When DeVante was just 16, he traveled to Minneapolis hoping to visit Paisley Park Studios to audition for Prince. DeVante said, “I was at Paisley Park every day begging for a job, asking people to listen to my tape.
The receptionist kept saying she couldn’t help me.” However, his rejections motivated him, and he relocated to North Carolina to improve his songwriting and production skills.
During the early phase of his career, DeVante served as a mix engineer, producing other works. He mix-engineered Hi-Five’s “I Just Can’t Handle It” and produced several remixes for the track.
Rise to fame
DeVante’s fame began in the 1990s after founding the R&B group Jodeci, which featured him, his brother Dalvin DeGrate, Joel Hailey, and K-Ci. He was the main songwriter, producer, and leader of the group. The name ‘Jodeci’ was created by taking letters from the four group members’ names.
Jodeci became known for their success on the U.S. R&B charts, delivering three studio albums and reaching #1. Their debut album, ‘Forever My Lady,’ released in 1991 under Uptown/MCA Records, achieved 3x Platinum status and secured the #1 spot on the US R&B chart.
Their subsequent release, ‘Diary of a Mad Band,’ arrived in 1993, earning a 2x Platinum certification and claiming both #1 on the US R&B charts and #3 on the Billboard 200 chart.
In 1995, Jodeci released their third album, ‘The Show, the After Party, the Hotel,’ certified Platinum. This album reached #1 on the US R&B chart, #2 on the Billboard 200, and #4 on the UK charts. Notable chart-topping tracks from their repertoire include “#1 hits like ‘Forever My Lady,’ ‘Stay,’ ‘Come and Talk to Me,’ and ‘Cry for You.'”
DeVante is recognized for discovering pioneering talents in the music industry, including Timbaland, Missy Elliott, Ginuwine, Stevie J, and Static Major.
Additionally, he holds credits as a video director, co-directing notable Jodeci videos such as ‘Feenin” alongside the renowned Hype Williams and ‘Freek’n You’ alongside Brett Ratner.
Personal Life
Although DeVante likes to keep his personal life private, especially details about his wife, sources suggest he is married to Miranda Santana. He is the father of Justin DeGrate and Dyana DeGrate.
Physical Appearance
DeVante is a black American rapper with dark hair and black eyes adorned with tattoos. He stands at the height of 6’1″ (1.85m) and weighs 70kg (154lbs).”
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