Dalvin DeGrate is an American singer-songwriter and record producer. He is celebrated for his impactful contributions to the music industry. He’s recognized for his work in R&B, soul singing, songwriting, production, and rapping.
Known as Mr. Dalvin, he’s a pivotal member of the R&B group Jodeci.
Also, he’s known as the younger brother of DeVante Swing, adding to his musical legacy.
Profile Summary
| Name | Dalvin Ertimus DeGrate |
| Age | 53 years old |
| Date of Birth | July 23, 1971 |
| place of Birth | Hampton, Virginia, U.S. |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | Rapper Producer Singer Songwriter |
| Father | Donald DeGrate |
| Mother | Mary DeGrate |
| Siblings | Devante Swings |
| Height | 6’3 1.91m 191cm |
| Weight | 75 kg 165 lbs |
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Biography
Dalvin Ertimus DeGrate, also known professionally as Dalvin DeGrate or Mr. Dalvin was born on July 23, 1971, in Hampton, Virginia, USA.
His parents are Donald DeGrate (father) and Mary DeGrate (mother), and he is the younger brother of Devante DeGrate, who is a singer, writer, producer, and rapper.
Although born in Hampton, Virginia, Dalvin was raised in Charlotte, North Carolina, USA. However, limited public information is available about his educational background as those details have not been disclosed.
Professional Career
Dalvin, a rapper from the famous group Jodeci, contributed significantly to producing and writing songs for albums like “Diary of A Mad Band” and “The Show, The After Party, The Hotel.” Jodeci became well-known for its success on the U.S. R&B charts, with three major albums. However, he performed as a supporter rather than a lead vocalist in their songs.
Their first album, ‘Forever My Lady,’ came out in 1991, went 3x Platinum, and hit #1 on the US R&B chart. Their second album, ‘Diary of a Mad Band,’ released in 1993, went 2x Platinum, topped the US R&B charts at #1, and reached #3 on the Billboard 200 chart.
In 1995, they released their third album, ‘The Show, the After Party, the Hotel,’ which achieved Platinum status. This album also reached #1 on the US R&B chart, #2 on the Billboard 200, and #4 on the UK charts. Some of their famous songs include ‘Forever My Lady,’ ‘Stay,’ ‘Come and Talk to Me,’ and ‘Cry for You.’
Dalvin initiated his solo career in 2000 with “Met.A.Mor.Phic” and the single “Why Can’t We.” He began working on his second album with Def Jam Recordings but left due to a disagreement, leading him to create his label, DeGrate Productions.
Though he announced an album called “Egomaniac” in 2012, it was never released. In 2014, he co-founded Christo Chrome Music and released a single called “Vindication (Get Money) feat GOODZ” in 2017, but his expected 2018 album is still unreleased.
Discography
Jodeci
- Forever My Lady (1991)
- Diary of a Mad Band (1993)
- The Show, the After Party, the Hotel (1995)
- The Past, The Present, The Future (2015)
Solo albums
- Met.A.Mor.Phic (2000)
Dalvin’s Personal Life
Dalvin was previously in a relationship with American actress and singer Tionne Watkins from 1992 to 1998. Tionne Watkins is a member of TLC, an all-female musical group.
However, there’s no publicly available information about his current relationship status.
Dalvin DeGrate Net Worth
Dalvin accumulated his wealth through his multifaceted career as a singer, songwriter, and producer.
During his time with Jodeci, the group released three studio albums, all hitting #1 on the U.S. R&B charts. Their debut album, ‘Forever My Lady’ (1991), achieved 3x Platinum status, topping the USA R&B charts. Their second album, also 2x Platinum, reached #1 on the US R&B charts and #3 on the Billboard 200.
Jodeci’s third album, titled “The Show, The After Party, The Hotel,” was released in 1995 and achieved great success. It was certified Platinum and reached number 1 on the US R&B charts, number 2 on the Billboard 200 charts, and number 4 on the UK charts. Some of their most popular songs include “Forever My Lady” and other chart-toppers.
In 2000, Dalvin launched his debut solo album, “Met.A.Mor.Phic,” and signed with Def Jam Recordings for his second album, “Met.A.Mor.Phic 2: The Rivalry Of A Singer & A Rapper,” featuring collaborations with Method Man, Ludacris, and Redman. Regrettably, disputes led to the shelving of the album.
Subsequently, he established his independent label, DeGrate Productions, releasing “Egomaniac” in 2012. He created another label, Cristo Chrome Music, in 2014 alongside Cassandra Mills. The label released a song titled Hashtag Dat featuring Nessasary.
Dalvin DeGrate’s estimated net worth stands at $4.5 million. Most of his fortune came from his musical career – ticket and album sales, royalties, and tours.