Background
Anthony David was born in Savannah, Georgia, but got involved in the music business in Atlanta.
Anthony David was born in Savannah, Georgia, but got involved in the music business in Atlanta.
He is best known for his 2008 song "Words", a duet with contemporary Rhythm & Blues singer India.Arie. There he met India.Arie, an Rhythm & Blues singer from Atlanta and have since become friends. David"s first song written for Arie was entitled "Participant of My Life" for Arie"s 7x Grammy nominated album Acoustic Soul.
David also toured with Arie in support of her album.
In 2004, he released his first independent album Three Chords & The Truth. Alongside India.Arie, he opened up for her shows with songs from his album, thereby getting more fame.
Then eventually in 2006, he released his second independent album The Red Clay Chronicles, of which also garnered attention from opening for India.Arie"s shows. After touring with Arie, David teamed up with her once again to co-write and produce "There"s Hope" for Arie"s third studio album.
His third release, 2008"s Acey Duecy, is a combination of both Rhythm & Blues and soul music
The album, with the release of its first single "Words", a duet with Arie, has given the album more attention. The first single from the album, "4Evermore" featuring Algebra and Phonte, became David"s first top 20 Rhythm & Blues hit in the United States charts where it has peaked at #18.