Chyde

About

Swedish rapper and hip-hop artist known for his emotional lo-fi-influenced rap style and introspective storytelling on songs such as "Once Upon a Time," "Close My Eyes," "YOU'RE NOT ALONE," "Monster," "Judge Me," "Story of My Life," "Everything You're Not," "Disappointed," "Ride or Die," and "I'm Just," as well as his albums POET OF PAIN: Welcome To The Show, REBORN, and Speaking My Silence.

Before fame

He grew up being musically influenced by both hip-hop culture and melodic atmospheric production styles and began writing music when he was 11 years old. He initially pursued interests outside of music including fitness and bodybuilding before committing fully to songwriting and singing. He began making music in the early-to-mid 2010s by experimenting with songwriting and recording before releasing music publicly in the later 2010s. He released his first song "I Needed Love" in March 2018. He released his first album Speaking My Silence in 2018 which was rereleased online in 2021. 

Trivia

He has released music under Chyde Records as an independent artist. 

Family life

His real name is Erik William Nettelbjer. He is from Stockholm, Sweden. He moved back in with his mother during a difficult period in his life.

Associated with

He has collaborated with Parker Jack on multiple songs including "Close My Eyes," "SAD AND HAPPY," and "IF I DIE TONIGHT."