Dean is often incorrectly credited for compositions from Swizz Beatz, both of whom are credited as "K. Dean".
Early life and education
Dean grew up in South Florida and learned to play the drums and piano from a young age. His father was a school principal and director of a church band, while his mother was a singer. He graduated from the University of Florida with a degree in history, and became a member of Iota Phi Theta fraternity.[citation needed]
Career
From 2002 to 2004, Dean was a teacher at Evans High School in Orlando, Florida.
He used his classical, jazz and gospel music background as he transitioned into the music business. Dean began his music career in 2004 when he was first credited as a producer on mega group Destiny's Child final album Destiny Fulfilled.
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