Stormzy, also known as Michael Ebenezer Kwadjo Omari Owuo Jr., is a renowned British artist who has made a name for himself in the world of hip-hop. He is highly regarded for his skills as a vocalist, rapper, and lyricist.
Real Facts About Stormzy
- Full Name: Michael Ebenezer Kwadjo Omari Owuo Jr.
- Stage Name: Stormzy
- Gender: Male
- Date of Birth: July 26, 1993
- Place of Birth: Croydon, London, United Kingdom
- Nationality: British
- Occupation: Rapper, Singer, Songwriter
Early Life and Education
Stormzy also known as Michael Ebenezer Kwadjo Omari Owuo Jr., was born in Croydon, London, on July 26, 1993.
Stormzy’s journey began at Stanley Tech in South Norwood, where he developed a love for rapping at age 11. Despite his energetic nature, he excelled academically, achieving impressive GCSE grades. After completing an apprenticeship and working in quality assurance, he pursued his music career.
Career
Stormzy gained early recognition with his Wicked Skengman freestyle series and debut EP, Dreamers Disease. He made history as the first unsigned rapper to perform on Later… with Jools Holland and won the Best Grime Act at the MOBO Awards. Collaborations and chart success followed, with “Shut Up” becoming a hit from his WickedSkengMan 4 release. Stormzy took a hiatus after releasing “Scary” in 2016.
He made a remarkable comeback in 2017 with his album Gang Signs & Prayer, which debuted at number one. His historic Glastonbury performance in 2019 as the first black British rapper to headline the festival gained significant attention.
Marital Status
Stormzy is not yet married.
