80purppp

Biography

Nathan Oddoye, known professionally as 80purppp, is a Canadian rapper and songwriter who was born in London, UK, and raised in Edmonton, Alberta. He has Ghanaian roots. His musical journey began at the age of four with classical piano lessons. Later, during high school, he was introduced to rap music and started creating and producing his own tracks.

Musical Style and Influences

80purppp's music is characterized by a blend of hip-hop, R&B, soul, and alternative elements. His sound is often described as a fusion of genres, creating a fresh yet familiar feel. He has cited a wide range of artists as his influences, including XXXTentacion, Mac Miller, Sampha, Drake, and Kanye West. His classical piano background has also significantly shaped his approach to writing and composing music.

Career Highlights

In 2018, 80purppp gained significant attention with his breakthrough single "Hex". The track achieved RIAA Gold certification in both the United States and Canada and has accumulated over 400 million streams. Following this success, he released his debut album "Violet High" in 2019 while still in high school. He has since released several EPs, including "If Anything" and "Je Sais" in 2022. His recent project, "SUITE 96 SIDE A," was released in 2025.

80purppp has collaborated with Grammy-winning producer Nascent and artists like MARO and ARDN. He has also been featured on indie artist Miloe's single "Make Ur Way". His live performances have been praised for their energy, including a notable set at SXSW in 2023.

Artistic Identity

The name "80purppp" is an anagram for "A Dark purple peter pan". The "80" represents "AD" for "A Dark," and the extra "p"s in "purppp" stand for "peter pan," reflecting his connection to the character's desire to never grow up. This name encapsulates his artistic persona and the themes present in his music.