Devante Swing - September 29, 1969

Devante Swing

Born:  September 29, 1969
Birthplace:  Hampton, VA
Zodiac Sign:  Libra

Career and Life

Donald Earle DeGrate Jr. aka DeVante Swing, is an American record producer, singer, rapper and songwriter.


Swing became known in the 1990s as the founding member of the R&B group Jodeci, a popular R&B act at that time. Swing served as the main songwriter, producer, and leader of Jodeci which also featured his younger brother Dalvin DeGrate. He is also known for discovering Timbaland, Missy Elliot, Ginuwine, Stevie J, and Static Major. He also acted as a video director for the group, co-directing the videos for "Feenin'" with Hype Williams and "Freek'n You" with Brett Ratner.


Swing also mentored Flo Rida in the early stages of his career.


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