Kidwild | |
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| Born | Keaton Edmund December 12, 2005 Newham, East London, England |
| Origin | London, England |
| Genre | UK rap • British hip hop • UK drill |
| Occupation | Rapper • songwriter • actor |
| Years active | 2021–present |
| Label | Independent (formerly Atlantic Records) |
Kidwild, born Keaton Edmund in 2005, is a British rapper and songwriter from Newham, East London. He began his career as a child actor, appearing in West End productions and the CBBC drama Jamie Johnson, before pursuing music during the COVID-19 pandemic. He gained attention with his music and later signed a record deal with Atlantic Records at the age of 17. After the deal ended, he continued his career independently. His music is characterized by introspective lyrics and drill-influenced production, with themes including personal struggles, ambition and emotional vulnerability.