LD (rapper)

LD
Birth nameCassiel Nii Akwei Wuta-Ofei[1][2]
Also known as
  • Scribz
  • Lil Dice[3]
Born (1992-04-09) 9 April 1992 (age 32)[4]
OriginBrixton Hill, London, England[5]
Genres
Occupations
  • Rapper
  • songwriter
Years active2009–present
Member of67

Cassiel Nii Akwei Wuta-Ofei (born 9 April 1992), known professionally as LD or Scribz, is a British rapper. Named as the "godfather of UK drill" and as a founding member of the UK drill scene,[5][7] LD rose to fame in 2014 with the release of his debut single "Live Corn" and the release of "Let's Lurk" alongside 67 in 2016, featuring Giggs.

Wuta-Ofei has been imprisoned twice for two separate criminal convictions. His rapping style often includes heavy, Andante chanting with lyrics inspired by real events in his life and those of his entourage. LD is known for his distinct, powerful vocals and signature mask.

  1. ^ Skala, Jemina (9 January 2021). "LD TEASES NEW ALBUM 'WHO'S WATCHING' WITH LATEST TRACK 'OUTRO'". mixmag.net. Retrieved 26 January 2022.
  2. ^ "FELL IN LOVE". ASCAP. American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers. Retrieved 28 April 2023.
  3. ^ Davies, Sam (26 February 2021). "LD (67): the UK drill figurehead speaks from prison". Dazed. Retrieved 26 January 2022.
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  5. ^ a b Balram, Dhruva (26 February 2021). "LD, godfather of drill, speaks out from behind bars". Huck. Retrieved 26 January 2022.
  6. ^ Valentina, Cee (22 July 2022). "The Man Behind The Mask: A Conversation With LD About Drill Music, Counseling And The Future". Def Pen. Retrieved 7 September 2022.
  7. ^ Trotman, Samuel (3 January 2022). "SAVING FACE: A TIMELINE OF MASKED MUSICIANS WHO PIONEERED FACE-COVERING". Highsnobiety. Retrieved 26 January 2022.