Hailing from Yakima, Washington, with roots in the mural-laced city of Toppenish, Dave Cerdafyed is an independent hip-hop artist whose name carries the stamp of authenticity and purpose. Born David Cerda, the moniker “Cerdafyed” was gifted to him in a studio session by a fellow artist and mentor, Taz Allen—a moment that marked not just a nickname, but the embodiment of his artistry. From that day on, Dave Cerdafyed became a voice for transformation, culture, and real-life storytelling.
Currently based in Yakima, Dave stands at a powerful crossroads in his career. Though not yet where he wants to be, he’s forged key relationships and is discovering the true sound that defines him—rooted in East Coast boom bap, jazz-infused breakbeats, and soul-tinged lyricism. With a sharp pen, Dave aims to uplift listeners while diving into raw themes like addiction, deception, and personal growth.
His upcoming solo album, “555” deserves as a deeply introspective journey shaped by numerology and personal evolution. Inspired by the angel number for transformation, “555” reflects his spiritual, emotional, and artistic awakening—infused with jazzy undertones, soulful beats, and candid revelations from his life.
Previously, he teamed up with longtime collaborator Verbose on “Hitland”—an album available on all streaming platforms that demonstrated not only musical chemistry but a shared hunger to redefine modern hip-hop.
A believer in the culture of hip-hop in its fullest form—music, dance, graffiti, fashion—Dave Cerdafyed embodies what it means to be a true student and steward of the genre. He’s not just about bars; he’s about building. He’s helped facilitate writing workshops, connected fellow local artists, and continues to share knowledge as part of his larger mission: “If I’m up, we all up.”
Musically, his inspirations run deep—from the grit of Wu-Tang Clan, the wisdom of Kendrick Lamar and J. Cole, to the entrepreneurial blueprint of Berner, whose multidimensional success fuels Dave’s own vision of launching a clothing brand, Wavy Davy, under the motto: “Don’t be a Dave, be a Wavy Davy Baby!”
As a member of the independent collective Messy Room Records, and with aspirations to launch Wavy Topp Records, Dave Cerdafyed isn’t just creating music—he’s laying the foundation for a movement. Whether rapping over house-infused beats, smooth neosoul, or stripped-down jazz, his sound is as versatile as it is grounded in purpose.
From his first EP “Soular System” written in a whirlwind seven days, to the standout collab project “Hitland”, and now the forthcoming “555”, Dave continues to evolve—artistically and personally.
With over eight years in the game, unforgettable memories like freestyling with Bas, Logic, and Michael Christmas, and an unwavering drive to represent and uplift his community, Dave Cerdafyed is a name you’ll remember—for the bars, the message, and the movement. Be sure to check out his latest single below!
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