Dizzee Rascal, whose real name is Dylan Kwabena Mills, is a famous British rapper, songwriter and producer.
Born in London, he gained widespread recognition with his groundbreaking debut album Boy in da Corner in 2003, which introduced the grime music style to a global audience.
Known for his unique style that blends grime, hip-hop and electronic music, Dizzee Rascal became a key figure in shaping modern British music.
Songs like “Fix Up, Look Sharp” and “Dance Wiv Me” helped solidify his reputation as a versatile artist capable of dominating both underground and mainstream music scenes.
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- Full name: Dylan Kawabena Mills
- Nickname: Deeds Hooligan
- Date of birth: September 18, 1984
- Age: 40 years old
- Gender: Male
- Birthplace: Bow, London, England
- Nationality: British
- Occupation: Rapper, songwriter, producer
- Height: 1.78m
- Parents: Priscilla Mills (mother)
- Siblings: Not applicable
- Spouse: Not applicable
- Children: two children
- Relationship status: N/A
- Religion: Not applicable
- Ethnicity: Ghanaian-British
- Net worth: $4 million
early life and education
Dylan Kwabena Mills, 40 years old, was born on September 18, 1984 in Bow, East London.
He grew up in a challenging environment that reflected the multicultural heritage of his Ghanaian roots.
Details about his parents and siblings remain limited. Deeds’s early behavior was rebellious, often resulting in disciplinary problems at school.
He attended Langdon Park School, where his interest in music began to emerge. Despite facing expulsion multiple times, he developed a talent for DJing and music production.
While he focused on building a music career, his education played a secondary role in his path.
personal life
Dizzee Rascal and Cassandra Jones are in a relationship. He was found guilty of assaulting his ex-fiancée Cassandra Jones, an incident which took place in June 2021 and involved headbutting Ms Jones and pushing her to the floor in front of their two children.
Despite initially pleading not guilty, he was convicted in April 2022 and lost his appeal in January 2023.
The conviction resulted in a community order, avoiding jail time, although he did receive a suspended sentence.
Following her conviction, Ms Jones spoke publicly about the incident and received support from domestic violence services.
Profession
Dizzee Rascal’s music career began in the early 2000s and was heavily influenced by grime and garage music.
At just 16 he produced his first single “I Luv U” which peaked at number 29 on the UK Singles Chart and set the stage for his debut album Boy in da Corner foundation.
The album received critical acclaim, winning him the Mercury Prize and making him one of the youngest recipients of the prestigious award.
In 2004, he released his second album, Showtime, which included hits such as “Stand Up Tall.” Subsequent albums, including “Maths + English” and “Tongue n’ Cheek”, demonstrated his versatility by blending pop and mainstream elements. Songs such as “Bonkers” and “Holiday” cemented his place in the global music industry.
In addition to his solo work, Deeds has collaborated with artists such as Shakira, Florence and the Machine, and Calvin Harris.
His energetic live performances have graced major events including the London 2012 Olympic Games Opening Ceremony.
Over the years, he has developed into a cultural icon by blending his musical talents with his entrepreneurial spirit.
Awards
- Mercury Prize(2003)
- MOBO Award (multiple awards)
- BRIT Awards British Male Solo Artist (2010)
- City Music Award (multiple winners)
net worth
Dizzee Rascal has an estimated net worth of $4 million.
He has amassed his wealth through a successful music career, live performances, collaborations and endorsements.
social media
- Instagram: @DizzeeRascal
- Twitter: N/A
discography
- The Boy in the Corner(2003)
- Showtime (2004)
- Mathematics + English (2007)
- Tongue and Cheek(2009)
