Tate Kobang

Tate Kobang, born Joshua Dai’Quan Goods on April 28, 1992, in Baltimore, Maryland, is a rapper, songwriter, and producer best known for his signature fusion of Baltimore club music and modern hip-hop. He burst onto the national scene in 2015 with Bank Rolls (Remix)—an emotional yet infectious tribute to his late mother that also paid homage to local legend Tim Trees. The song’s buzz earned him a deal with 300 Entertainment, launching his rise in the music industry.

Music has always been in Tate’s blood. He started singing in church at just five years old and picked up piano and saxophone as he got older. But life wasn’t easy—after losing both parents in 2013, he stepped up as guardian to his eight younger siblings. That responsibility didn’t just shape his character; it fueled his passion for making music that matters.

He’s since dropped a series of solid mixtapes, including Since We’re Here (2016), Tate Ko (2017), and 28 (2018), proving his talent as both a lyricist and a producer. Kobang’s worked with major names like Swizz Beatz, Young Moose, and Chaz French, and his pen game is strong—he co-wrote “Mr. Right Now” for 21 Savage and Metro Boomin featuring Drake, and produced standout tracks for Nicki Minaj like “Red Ruby da Sleeze” and “Big Foot.”

As the founder of his own production company 28, Tate also landed a publishing deal with Sony for his team. From Baltimore’s streets to global beats, his story is one of talent, hustle, and heart.