Tinchy Stryder

About Tinchy Stryder

Tinchy Stryder, born Kwasi Esono Danquah III, is a British rapper, singer, songwriter, entrepreneur, and investor widely recognized for his contributions to the grime and UK rap scenes, earning him the moniker "Prince of Grime." He gained prominence as part of the grime collective Roll Deep before launching a successful solo career with chart-topping hits like "Number 1" and "Never Leave You." Beyond music, Stryder is a notable businessman, serving as CEO and Creative Director of Goji Electronics, Chairman and CEO of S.I.T.H, and President and CEO of Takeover/Cloud 9, having also co-founded Takeover Roc Nation. In his latest endeavors, Tinchy Stryder is set to headline the "Under the Stars: Live at the Docks" free music festival in Newham on July 4, 2026, marking a significant recent appearance in his hometown. He continues to be an active figure in music, discussing new music and collaborations as recently as January 2026.