If you like Dave East, try these artists

If you like Dave East, these artists play in similar sounds, ideas, or styles. Use this as a starting point to branch out and find something new to listen to.

hip-hop

Artists to try next

2 Chainz

Shared genres: hip-hop

Atlanta hip-hop Southern hip-hop dirty south

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So Help Me God!

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Lil Wayne

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Similar era

Southern hip-hop bounce music dirty south

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Like Father, Like Son

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Yo Gotti

Shared genres: hip-hop

Memphis rap Southern hip-hop dirty south

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I Am

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Ace Hood

Shared genres: hip-hop

Southern hip-hop dirty south gangsta rap

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Blood, Sweat & Tears

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Kool Keith

Shared genres: hip-hop

East Coast hip-hop abstract hip-hop alternative hip-hop

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The Return of Dr. Octagon

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Travis Scott

Shared genres: hip-hop

Southern hip-hop alternative R&B alternative hip-hop

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JackBoys 2

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Ja Rule

Similar era

East Coast hip-hop contemporary R&B gangsta rap

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The Last Temptation

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YNW Melly

Same era (~2020s)

Southern hip-hop contemporary R&B drill

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Melly vs. Melvin

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Common questions

Who sounds like Dave East?

Artists similar to Dave East include 2 Chainz, Lil Wayne, Yo Gotti and Ace Hood. Each shares elements of Dave East's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Dave East?

Dave East is primarily known for hip-hop. East's music pulses with a steady beat that emphasizes rhythmic storytelling while layering gritty textures that evoke the rawness of his lived experiences.

Where should I start if I like Dave East?

If you enjoy Dave East, start with 2 Chainz — their album "So Help Me God!" is a great entry point. Shared genres: hip-hop