Dani Trebek

Dani Trebek’s journey began in Falmouth, Trelawny, Jamaica, where he was raised by his resilient mother, a government worker, who instilled in him the values of strength and perseverance. Surrounded by music from an early age, Dani’s two sisters introduced him to a mix of Jamaican reggae, dancehall, and world music. As Dani’s influence in his community grew, his mother decided to move to a quieter suburban area to protect him from the dangers of the streets. Though the transition was tough, it allowed Dani to focus on his music, which soon began to take shape.

His name, Dani, was inspired by "Dada," a term meaning a leader or kingpin in Jamaican culture, reflecting his emerging presence in his community. He later adopted “Trebek” as his stage name after a fan likened his crowd-commanding presence to the iconic game show host, Alex Trebek. Dani moved to Atlanta, where he immersed himself in the underground scene, blending Jamaican Patois with Atlanta’s trap slang. This fusion of reggae, dancehall, and trap became his signature style.

Hits like ‘JET,’ ‘LeBron,’ and ‘RARI’ helped Dani build a reputation, merging reggae’s soul and dancehall’s energy with the bass-heavy essence of trap. Dani Trebek’s unique sound continues to shape his legacy as an artist who seamlessly blends different cultural influences into one powerful and innovative musical force.