Shao Dow Biography: Age, Girlfriend, Net Worth, Height, Songs, YouTube, Parents, Awards

Shao Dow is a dynamic independent rapper, manga author, and occasional ninja from the United Kingdom, known for his unique blend of anime, gaming, martial arts, and music.

Rapping in both English and Japanese, he creates nerdcore and hip-hop tracks that resonate with fans worldwide.

Profile

• Full Name: Shao Dow
• Stage Name: Shao Dow
• Born: 1990s
• Age: 30s
• Birthplace: London, United Kingdom
• Nationality: British
• Occupation: Rapper, Manga Author, Music Producer, Entrepreneur
• Height: 180 cm (estimated)
• Religion: Unknown
• Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Dow
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Unknown
• Children: One
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $500,000 to $1,500,000

Early Life & Education

Shao Dow was born in the 1990s in London, United Kingdom, and raised by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Dow, in a proud British family. His ethnicity is British, and his religion is not shared publicly.

Not much is known about his siblings or early childhood, but his love for music and anime shaped him from a young age.

At 18, he lived in China, training in Shaolin Kung Fu with monks, which built his discipline and drive, later fueling his music career.

Shao Dow studied Law and Business at Oxford Brookes University in Oxford, UK. His time in China, where he trained in Shaolin Kung Fu and taught himself Japanese, also played a significant role in shaping his creative and independent mindset. No further details about other institutions are available.

Career

Shao Dow began his career as an independent rapper, building his company, DiY Gang Entertainment, from the ground up.

Known for rapping in English and Japanese, he creates nerdcore and hip-hop music inspired by anime and gaming. He’s released three albums, selling over 25,000 copies without a record label.

His music has been featured in Fortnite (“Thunder Roll”), God of War (“Boy”), and the All or Nothing: Arsenal documentary on Amazon Prime Video.

He also works on the Shaggy Ball Z vs. One Jump Man animated series soundtrack with Mashed and Channel 4, with episodes gaining millions of views. Shao has toured the UK, Europe, the USA, and Japan, and collaborated with artists like Tech N9ne and Sean Schemmel (Goku’s voice actor).

He appeared on Ninja Warrior UK in 2018 and spoke at the UK Parliament for grassroots music venues, showing his commitment to the UK music scene.

Awards & Nominations

• Won: Hardest Working Artist, AIM Independent Music Awards (2017)
• Won: Music Artist of the Year, AME Awards
• Nominated: Best Live Performer, AIM Independent Music Awards (2021, 2022, 2023, 2024)

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @shaodowmusic
  TikTok handle: @shaodowmusic
  Facebook: Shao Dow
  YouTube channel: Shao Dow

Personal Life

Shao Dow, likely in his mid-30s, is married and welcomed a son in 2023.

Standing at an estimated 180 cm tall, he carries the energy of a proud British artist, blending his love for anime, gaming, and martial arts into his work.

He keeps his personal life private but connects with fans through social media, sharing his music and manga. His dedication to his craft reflects the UK’s creative spirit.

Net Worth

Shao Dow’s net worth is estimated between $500,000 and $1,500,000.

He earns from music sales, streaming, live performances, brand deals, and his manga series through DiY Gang Entertainment.

His merchandise and headphones brand also add to his income, showcasing his entrepreneurial drive in the UK’s music industry.

Discography

• Get Stronger (single, 2011, feat. Ghetts)
• The Rise (single, 2014, feat. Ricky on Guitar)
• The Way of Shao (single, 2016, feat. Kelly Woods and Ricky on Guitar)
• Wait For The Summer (single, 2020, feat. KVNG)
• Blindness (2020, feat. Yaffle and Nick Moon)
• Underrated (2021, feat. Zuby and Mac Lethal)
• Kickiter (2021, feat. Tech N9ne)
• Unlimited (2022, feat. Mega Ran and Roqy Tyraid)
• Oh My Gosh (Ash) (2022, feat. Straw Hat Boys and Austin Simmon)
• SPIDER-PUNK (2023, feat. Cam Steady)
• Zero (Anti-Hero) (2023, feat. Sam Sky)
• Shonen Pro Dad (2023, feat. NemRaps)
• Menacing (2023, feat. Rustage)
• SHUHARI (2023, feat. Catarrh Nisin)
• ShaDow Clone (Naruto Inspired) (2024, feat. McGwire and ASTRSK*)
• Shaggy Ball Z vs. One Jump Man Pt 4 (2024, feat. Mashed)
• シャウ道。- The Way of Shao (album, feat. Papoose, McLean, Dot Rotten, Krizz Kaliko)