Craig Ashley David MBE (born May 05, 1981) was born in Southampton, Hampshire, England. He is a rising British singer and songwriter. He is professionally known as Craig David. He has made a name for himself in the music industry by producing some of the most iconic tracks in the past two decades. With his soulful and melodious voice, Craig David has managed to captivate the hearts of millions of fans all over the world.
David's journey to fame began when he worked on the B-side of British group Damage's cover of "Wonderful Tonight," where he sang the track "I'm Ready." Soon after, he collaborated with the English garage duo Artful Dodger, featuring on hit songs such as "Something" and "What Ya Gonna Do." It was in 1999 that David rose to fame after featuring on Artful Dodger's single "Re-Rewind," which quickly became a chart-topping hit.
Following his successful collaboration with Artful Dodger, David's debut studio album, Born to Do It, was released in 2000. The album was a massive hit, featuring hit tracks such as "7 Days" and "Fill Me In," which earned him worldwide recognition. Since then, he has released five more studio albums and collaborated with a variety of artists such as Sting, Tinchy Stryder, Big Narstie, Kano, and Jay Sean.
David's talent and hard work have earned him numerous accolades and awards throughout his career. He has 20 UK Top 40 singles and seven UK Top 40 albums, selling over 15 million records worldwide as a solo artist. He has been nominated for fourteen Brit Awards, including five nominations for Best British Male. In addition, he has also been nominated twice for a Grammy Award for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance.
In recognition of his services to the music industry, Craig David was appointed as an MBE in the Queen's New Year Honours List on 30 December 2020. Additionally, his manager, Colin Lester, was appointed OBE for his services to the music industry and charity. David received his award at Windsor Castle on 15 December 2021.
Overall, Craig David's contribution to the music industry has been immense, and his fans continue to adore him for his soulful voice and melodious tracks. With his immense talent and hard work, he has managed to make a name for himself and has become an inspiration for many aspiring musicians around the world.
