Keith Sweat biography
Keith Sweat is a famous American singer, songwriter and record producer. He is known for his greatest hits collection, which includes “Make It Last Forever”, “I Want Her”, “I’ll Give All My Love to You”, “Make You Sweat”, “Get Up on It”, “Twisted” and “Nobody”. Sweat is also the host of a nationally syndicated radio show called The Sweat Hotel. Additionally, he has released 13 solo albums as part of the R&B supergroup LSG.
Keith was born and raised in New York City, United States. After high school, Keith enrolled at New York City University, where he majored in communications. Shortly thereafter, he was hired and worked as a brokerage assistant at a Wall Street firm. His music career started in 1975 when he joined the Harlem band called Jamilah. With the help of his group, he managed to acquire skills and experience that enabled him to become a vocalist.
He later left the band and began singing in New York City nightclubs. After that, he recorded his music under the independent label, Stadium Records, which are “Lucky Seven” and “My Mind Is Made Up”. In addition, Sweat is also credited as co-author and co-producer of “You Are the One for Me”, the last recording made by the group GQ. Furthermore, he also signed a contract with his record label Vintertainment Records which was founded in 1983.
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In 1987, Sweat released his debut solo album called Make It Last Forever, which sold three million copies and became the biggest hit of all time. The most beloved song was “I Want Her”, which was nominated for Best R&B/Urban Contemporary Song of the Year. After his success with the first album, he released his second album called I’ll Give All My Love to You which peaked at number 6 on the Billboard 200 chart. Before that, Keith also released his third album, Keep It Comin’ in 1991, which reached the Top 20 of the album chart.
In addition, Sweat also featured on the debut album titled Lose Control which peaked at #7 on the Billboard 200 album chart. Later, he also released his single named “Freak Me” which peaked at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 In addition, he also collaborated with Atlanta-based R&B girl group Kut Klose. After that, he produced the group’s debut album, Surrender, which became the most successful single “I Like”, peaking at #8 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Singles & Tracks chart. Keith also continued to gain popularity throughout his work. In 1994, he released his fourth album called Get Up on It, followed by the single Nobody.
The first two albums recorded with Gerald LeVert and Johnny Gill billed as LSG were considered successful. he later also produced a handful of prominent ’90s artists such as Silk, Kut Klose Dru Hill. In 2002, Sweat released their eighth album, Rebirth, and Just Me, which included a single as “Love U Better”. On the other hand, he is the host of a nationally syndicated radio show called The Sweat Hotel based on the Quiet Storm format.
Keith’s Sweat Age
How old is Keith? He is 61 years old in 2023. He was born in July 22, 1961 in New York City, United States. Furthermore, he celebrates his birthday on the 22nd of July every year.
Keith Sweat Height/Weight
The sweat is at a height of 5 feet 8 inches high. he weighs around 70kg.
Keith’s Sweat Wife
Is Keith married or dating? Currently, he is not married nor is he dating anyone. At first, he was married to reality star Lisa Wu Hartwell. The couple exchanged rings in 1992 and have two sons, Justin and Jordan Sweat. The pair later divorced and Lisa moved on and remarried NFL player Ed Hartwell. Before that, he also had other children from his previous relationship like Joshua, Keyshia Sweat, and Keia Sweat.
Keith Sweat Family
Keith was born and raised alongside his four siblings in Harlem, New York City, to Charles Sweat and Juanita Thompson. His mother worked as a hairdresser before starting to work as a clerk at Paine Webber, a brokerage firm. Furthermore, she also worked as a night stockist at Macy’s department store. Then, she also worked as an assistant stockbroker for the New York Stock Exchange. His father was a factory worker before he died in 1973.
Keith Sweat Net Worth
How much does Keith earn? He has amassed an estimated net worth of $250,000 dollars. His career is the main source of his wealth, which allowed him to lead a modest life.
