Da Brat was born April 14, 1974
Written by Mister Anderson on April 14, 2023
Shawntae Harris-Dupart, also known by her stage name Da Brat, has made a significant impact on the American rap scene since her career began in the early 1990s. Born and raised in Chicago, Illinois, she quickly rose to prominence after signing with So So Def Records in 1992. Da Brat’s debut album, Funkdafied, released in 1994, became an instant success, selling over one million copies and solidifying her status as a trailblazer in the hip-hop industry. As a result of her early achievements, Da Brat paved the way for many female rappers to come. making her the first-ever female solo rap act to receive a platinum certification and the second-ever female rap act (solo or group) after Salt-N-Pepa.
