Sadat X

Sadat X
Sadat X performing at the Rahzel and Friends – Brooklyn Bowl in 2016
Sadat X performing at the Rahzel and Friends – Brooklyn Bowl in 2016
Background information
Birth nameDerek W. Murphy
Also known asDerek X (1990–1991)
The Wild Cowboy
Dotty Boy
Born (1968-12-29) December 29, 1968 (age 55)
The Bronx, New York City, U.S
OriginNew Rochelle, New York, U.S.
GenresHip hop
Years active1989–present
Labels
Member ofBrand Nubian

Derek W. Murphy (born December 29, 1968),[2] better known as Sadat X, is an American rapper, best known as a member of alternative hip hop group Brand Nubian.[3] Originally known as Derek X, Sadat takes his name from former Egyptian president Anwar Sadat.

  1. ^ "Sadat X". Discogs. Retrieved September 19, 2015.
  2. ^ Larkin, Colin (2011). The Encyclopedia of Popular Music. Oxford University Press. ISBN 9780822536673.
  3. ^ Colin Larkin, ed. (1998). The Virgin Encyclopedia of Dance Music (First ed.). Virgin Books. p. 295. ISBN 0-7535-0252-6.