Bigg D facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bigg D
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![]() Bigg D in the studio
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Birth name | Derrick Baker |
Also known as | Bigg D |
Born | 1972 (age 52–53) Liberty City, Miami, Florida |
Genres | Hip hop, R&B, pop, rock |
Occupation(s) | Record producer, guitarist, songwriter |
Instruments | Guitar, drums, keyboards |
Labels | Dadetown Entertainment Universal |
Associated acts | Cainon Lamb, Steven "Q-Beatz" Kubie |
Derrick Baker, known professionally as Bigg D, is a talented American music producer from Miami, Florida. He helps artists create their songs and albums.
Early Life and Career
Derrick Baker was born in Miami and grew up in Carol City. Music was a big part of his family life. His father was a professional musician, and his mother played the piano at church.
Bigg D started playing the guitar at a young age. In the 1980s, he even toured with famous gospel singers like BeBe & CeCe Winans and Shirley Caesar. He always dreamed of becoming a music producer. He began his career by producing songs for rap artists, including G-Shorties.
Working with Top Artists
Over the years, Bigg D has worked with many well-known musicians. He has produced music for artists such as Pitbull, Lil Wayne, Rick Ross, Jay-Z, Jennifer Lopez, and Jamie Foxx. His work has helped these artists create many popular hits.
In 2006, Bigg D received a special award. He won 'Songwriter of the Year' at the BMI Urban Music Awards. He shared this award with Mariah Carey, recognizing his skills in writing music.
Notable Productions
Bigg D has produced many songs for a wide range of artists. Here are some of the artists he has worked with:
- Jay Burna
- Dillan Grey
- Ludacris
- R Kelly
- Pleasure P
- Sebastian Mikael
- B-Smyth
- Bryan J
- The Rich Collective
- Benzino
- Trina
- Mack Maine
- Chris Brown
- Rick Ross
- Glasses Malone
- Charlie Wilson
- Git Fresh
- Jay-Z
- Jennifer Lopez
- Playaz Circle
- J. Valentine
- Mario
- Jamie Foxx
- Bottom of Da Map
- Pretty Ricky
- Lil Wayne
- Trick Daddy
- Pitbull
- Smitty
- Twista
- Mike Jones
- 8Ball & MJG
- Missy Elliott
- City Girls