Raphael Saadiq

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Raphael Saadiq

Raphael Saadiq is an American singer, songwriter and producer who rose to fame via his hit single, "Ask of You.

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About

Raphael Saadiq or Charlie Ray Wiggins in real life was born in Oakland, California. He started playing music at the age of six. He also played bass at church and school. He enjoyed his place on stage at various local hometown events.

Raphael joined Prince after he won a chance to join him in a World Tour. In 1989, he formed the band called Tony! Toni! Toné!. After the released of their album, House of Music, Raphael left the group to pursue his solo career.

Raphael released his solo first two singles, "Ask of You" and "Me and You". He also released an album under his own production company, "Pookie Entertainment".

Awards & Certifications

Chart Toppers

Year Title Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Singles & Tracks The Billboard Hot 100
1995 Ask of You 2 19
2002 Still Ray 79 -
2002 Be Here 99 61

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Tours & Concerts

There are no current tour and concert schedules for Raphael Saadiq.

Announcements

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Discography

Albums

Singles

Date Title Label
1995 Ask of You 550 Music
1999 Get Involved Hollywood
2002 Be Here Universal

Compilations & Live Releases

Other artists

Similar artists

Contemporaries

Influences

Trivia

  • Raphael has helped produce songs for various other artists, notably with D'Angelo, with whom he collaborated in songwriting and production for D'Angelo's albums.

Reviews

Raphael Saadiq is a talented musician. He helped keep alive real instrumentation and music throughout the New Jack era of R&B. Each song is a complete piece in itself and Raphael pulls some exciting performances out of his collaborators. --Autolady006 07:15, 29 May 2007 (PDT)

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