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
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.