R&B Singer, Songwriter & Producer; Pioneer of New Jack Swing; Host of "The Sweat Hotel"; Soul Train Lifetime Achievement Award Winner
Keith Sweat Biography
Keith Sweat is an R&B singer, songwriter, and record producer recognized as a pioneering figure in the New Jack Swing movement, which influenced the evolution of contemporary R&B and hip-hop. Before entering the music industry, Sweat worked his way from a mailroom clerk at a Wall Street brokerage firm to a position on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange, later choosing to pursue a career in music. He began as the lead singer of the Harlem-based band Jamilah, performing throughout New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut before starting his solo career.
Sweat's debut album, "Make It Last Forever," sold more than 3 million copies and produced several R&B hits, including "I Want Her," "Something Just Ain't Right," and the title track. His follow-up album, "I'll Give All My Love to You," included the hit "Make You Sweat" and further established his presence in the R&B genre. The album "Keep It Comin'" also topped the R&B charts, with its title track reaching No. 1.
Throughout the 1990s, Sweat maintained a significant presence in R&B. His self-titled album reached No. 1 on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart and achieved multi-Platinum certification, featuring crossover hits such as "Twisted" and "Nobody." Sweat also formed the R&B supergroup LSG with Gerald Levert and Johnny Gill, releasing "Levert.Sweat.Gill" and "LSG 2." As a producer and talent scout, Sweat contributed to the development of acts including Silk, Kut Klose, and Dru Hill, expanding his influence in R&B production and artist development.
Sweat has sold more than 25 million albums, with six earning Platinum status, and has released over a dozen studio albums, including "Still in the Game," "Didn't See Me Coming," "Ridin' Solo," and "Playing for Keeps," which features collaborations with K-Ci, Akon, Teddy Riley, and Tank. His honors include the American Music Award for Favorite Soul/R&B Male Artist, induction into the Georgia Music Hall of Fame, and the Soul Train Lifetime Achievement Award. Through "The Sweat Hotel," a nationally syndicated Urban AC evening radio program, Sweat continues to engage with audiences and showcase R&B music.
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Keith Sweat is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics. The estimated speaking fee range to book Keith Sweat for your event is $100,000 - $200,000. Keith Sweat generally travels from Atlanta, GA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Chuck D, John Tesh, Kirk Franklin, Q Parker and David Dye. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Keith Sweat for an upcoming live or virtual event.
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