David Marvin Blake (born January 18, 1970), better known by his stage names DJ Quik or Da Quiksta, is an American rapper and record producer from Compton, California, known for his production in the G-funk style of West Coast hip-hop. Blake has collaborated with Snoop Dogg, Kurupt, Tupac, Chingy, R. Kelly and Shaquille O'Neal, among others
As a recording artist himself, he is perhaps best known for his 1991 single "Tonite", which within the top 50 of the Billboard Hot 100. Blake's stage name refers to his ability of producing songs in a short period of time.
Birth Name: David Marvin Blake
Born: January 18, 1970 (age 54)
From: Compton, California, U.S.
Spouse(s): Alicia Hill (m. 2005)
Children: 3
Genre(s):
West Coast hip hop,
gangsta rap,
G-funk
Occupation(s):
Rapper,
songwriter,
DJ,
record producer
Active From: 1987-present