Keith Sweat

About

Keith Sweat (born July 22, 1961) is an American singer, producer and songwriter. An early figure in the new jack swing musical movement, he is known for his collection of hits including “I Want Her,” “Make It Last Forever,” “I’ll Give All My Love to You,” “Make You Sweat,” “Get Up on It,” “Twisted,” and “Nobody.” He has released 13 solo albums (two as a part of the R&B supergroup LSG) and discovered the groups Silk and Kut Klose. Sweat’s sound reportedly was influenced by Slave front man Steve Arrington and go-go music.

Keith Sweat was born in Harlem, New York City to Juanita Thompson, a hairdresser, and Charles Sweat, a factory worker. After Charles Sweat’s passing in 1973, Juanita raised their five children by herself. In his youth, Sweat performed at the famous Apollo Theater, which was near his home.
Before releasing his solo album, Sweat worked as a night stock worker at Macy’s Department Store, and then a mail room clerk at Paine Webber, a brokerage firm. Additionally, he earned a degree in communications from City College of New York. “I think everyone should have an alternative plan. In my case, I went to the City College of New York and got my degree in communications…