What Is Desiigner's Real Name? The Story Behind the Name He/Him
Desiigner → Sidney Royel Selby III
Desiigner's real name is Sidney Royel Selby III.
- Known as
- Desiigner
- Real name
- Sidney Royel Selby III
- Category
- Rappers
Desiigner's real name is Sidney Royel Selby III. The Brooklyn rapper, born May 3, 1997, is best known for "Panda," which reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100.
How they got the name
Selby performs as Desiigner, spelled with a double "i." The sources we checked don't say where the name came from, so we won't guess. What is documented is that he released music under the name before signing to Kanye West's GOOD Music label. (Wikipedia: Desiigner)
Amazing facts
- His 2015 debut single "Panda" topped the Billboard Hot 100 after going viral online. (Wikipedia: Desiigner)
- He is the grandson of blues musician Sidney "Guitar Crusher" Selby. (Wikipedia: Desiigner)
- He grew up in the Louis Armstrong housing projects in Bedford–Stuyvesant, Brooklyn. (Wikipedia: Desiigner)
- He was featured on the remix of BTS's 2017 single "Mic Drop," which peaked at No. 28 in the US. (Wikipedia: Desiigner)
FAQ
What is Desiigner's real name?
Sidney Royel Selby III.
What is Desiigner's biggest song?
"Panda" (2015), which hit No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Is Desiigner related to a blues musician?
Yes. His grandfather was blues musician Sidney "Guitar Crusher" Selby.