Glamma Kid

Glamma Kid, born Kwasi Danquah III, was a British rapper, singer, and songwriter who was born in London, England. He was of Ghanaian and Jamaican descent and started his music career in the early 1990s as a member of the sound system, Saxon Studio International.

Glamma Kid gained mainstream success with his hit single “Taboo” in 1999, which reached the top 10 on the UK Singles Chart. He continued to release several other successful singles, including “Why” and “Fashion”.

Glamma Kid’s music blended elements of reggae, hip-hop, and R&B, and he was known for his distinctive style and sound. He was also known for his flamboyant fashion sense and helped to popularize the trend of wearing tracksuits and sportswear as fashion statements.

In addition to his music career, Glamma Kid was also an actor and appeared in several films and television shows, including the British film “Anuvahood”.

Glamma Kid’s contributions to the UK music industry have been widely recognized, and he has been nominated for and won several awards, including the MOBO Award for Best UK Act in 1999. He sadly passed away in 2008, but his legacy and impact on the music industry continue to be celebrated by fans and fellow artists alike.