Doug E. Fresh (b.1966,) born Douglas Davis, is a Barbadian-American rapper, record producer, and beatboxer, widely recognized as the “Human Beat Box” and a hip-hop pioneer. His ability to imitate drum machines and special effects using only his voice revolutionized beatboxing.
Born in Bridgetown, Barbados, Fresh moved to Harlem, New York, immersing himself in the early hip-hop scene. In the 1980s, he formed the Get Fresh Crew, collaborating with Slick Rick, Chill Will, and Barry B. His breakthrough came with The Show and La Di Da Di (1985,) two of hip-hop’s most sampled tracks.
Fresh released albums such as Oh, My God! (1986,) The World’s Greatest Entertainer (1988,) and Doin’ What I Gotta Do (1992,) showcasing his lyrical and beatboxing prowess. His influence continued into the 2000s, inspiring the “Teach Me How to Dougie” dance craze.
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Hip-hop is supposed to uplift and create, to educate people on a larger level and to make a change.
—Doug E. Fresh
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