Lil Dakes
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Dakewann Clifton Daley, known by his stage name Lil Dake, is an emerging American rapper, singer, and songwriter. He has gained recognition in the genres of SoundCloud rap and drill rap..
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Early Life
Born on July 28, 2006, in Spanish Town, Jamaica, Daley moved to Illinois, Chicago, where he was introduced to the city’s drill music scene. His early exposure to various musical genres has significantly influenced his artistic development.
Career
Lil Dakes began his music career in high school, recording tracks using Bandlab and FL Studio, and sharing them on SoundCloud. His single “Tamed” gained popularity on TikTok, leading to increased recognition.
2023–Present
In 2023, Lil Dake released his debut mixtape, “Shooting Ops,” which received worldwide attention. His subsequent single “Rooky” trended on YouTube, further establishing his presence in the music industry.
Personal Life
Daley maintains a private personal life. He is currently attending Sydney Pagan High School while balancing his burgeoning music career.
Discography
Singles
| Title | Singles Details |
|---|---|
| Shooting ops |
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| Tamed |
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| Crybaby |
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| Rooky |
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| Rundown Freestyle |
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| Memories |
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| In The Hood |
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| Shit Isn't Right |
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| Ghost Drive |
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| Crybaby |
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| Hitman |
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| Stich Em |
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Achievements
Lil Dakes gained traction with the release of his song "Tamed"[2] in 2023. His debut mixtape, "Shooting Ops,"[3] was released on July 30, 2023, which was another breakthrough for the rapper, gaining attraction worldwide. On October 1, 2023, he released a song titled "Rooky,"[4] which was the number one trending music video on YouTube for a few days straight at the time of its release.
Current Status
As of 2024, Lil Dakes continues to make waves in the music industry. With over 4.35k subscribers on his YouTube channel and a growing fanbase on SoundCloud, this young artist is definitely one to watch.
Conclusion
From his humble beginnings in Jamaica[5] to his rising fame in the music industry, Lil Dakes' journey is a testament to his resilience and passion for music. His unique blend of introspective lyrics, melodic production, and influences from rock and Chicago drill sets him apart in the music scene. As he continues to grow and evolve as an artist, there's no doubt that we can expect great things from Lil Dakes in the future.
References
- ↑ "About Lil Dakes". YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3zMlF9IbS2urR8r6qu0u5Q/about.
- ↑ (in en) Tamed, 2023-10-09, https://open.spotify.com/album/1sxKS7qkCCm6xsoRkadLjy, retrieved 2024-03-09
- ↑ (in en) Lil Dakes - Shooting Opps (Official Audio), https://soundcloud.com/lil-dakes/shooting-opps, retrieved 2024-03-09
- ↑ (in en-US) Rooky - Single by Lil Dakes on Apple Music, 2023-10-29, https://music.apple.com/us/album/rooky-single/1715359813, retrieved 2024-03-09
- ↑ "Jamaica Gleaner" (in en). https://jamaica-gleaner.com/.
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