Nav
Nav
Nav, born Navraj Singh Goraya on November 3, 1989, in Toronto, Ontario, is a Canadian rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer. He began his musical journey as a producer, co-producing Drake's 2015 single "Back to Back." Gaining mainstream attention in 2016 with his viral track "Myself," Nav signed with XO Records and Republic Records, both affiliated with fellow Canadian artist The Weeknd. His debut self-titled mixtape was released in 2017, followed by collaborations with Metro Boomin and notable solo projects like Bad Habits and Demons Protected by Angels .
Raised in the multicultural neighborhood of Rexdale in Toronto, Nav faced challenges such as bullying and academic difficulties during his youth. Despite these obstacles, he found solace and expression through music, influenced by his uncle, a respected figure in the Indian contemporary music industry. His early exposure to music production software like Sony's ACID Pro and his first performance in 2015 marked the beginning of his professional career .
One of Nav's notable quotes is: "Do that extra mental rep at practice. Stay a little longer because it's going to add up and be the difference" . This reflects his dedication to continuous improvement and the importance of perseverance in achieving success.