Skusta Clee Biography: Parents, Real Name, Height, Songs, Ethnicity, Age, Net Worth

Daryl Jake Borja Ruiz, professionally known as Skusta Clee, is a Filipino rapper, singer-songwriter, dancer, actor, and record producer widely regarded as a pioneer of the Pinoy trap genre.

He rose to prominence as a member of the hip-hop collective Ex Battalion and the group O.C. Dawgs (which he formed in 2012), delivering viral hits like Pauwi Nako, Zebbiana, Kalimutan Ka, and Dance With You that blend trap, R&B, and heartfelt lyrics.

Quick Facts

• Full Name: Daryl Jake Borja Ruiz
• Stage Name: Skusta Clee
• Born: 16 February 1996
• Age: 30 years old
• Birthplace: General Trias, Cavite, Philippines
• Nationality: Filipino
• Occupation: Rapper, Singer-Songwriter, Dancer, Actor, and Record Producer
• Height: 1.73m
• Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Ruiz
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: None
• Girlfriends: Zeinab Harake (ex), Ryssi Avila (ex), Aira Mae Lipata (ex)
• Children: Zebbiana “Bia” Borja Ruiz
• Relationship: Not married
• Net Worth: $2 million

Early Life and Education

Daryl Jake Borja Ruiz was born on February 16, 1996, in General Trias, Cavite, Philippines, though he grew up in the urban setting of Taguig City in Metro Manila.

Details about his parents and any siblings are not publicly disclosed, with the family kept largely private.

He began pursuing music seriously around age 16 without formal training, focusing on self-taught skills rather than traditional education paths. His ethnicity is Filipino, and religion is not publicly emphasized.

Career

Skusta Clee started his music journey in his teens, forming the hip-hop group O.C. Dawgs in 2012 and gaining early traction through local rap battles and street performances. He joined the prominent collective Ex Battalion around 2016, contributing to their breakout success with tracks that helped popularize Pinoy trap and hip-hop in the mainstream.

His solo work exploded with hits like Pauwi Nako (featuring O.C. Dawgs), Zebbiana (dedicated to his daughter), Dance With You, and Kalimutan Ka, blending trap beats with emotional, relatable lyrics that resonated widely on streaming platforms and social media.

He expanded his reach through collaborations, features on Ex Battalion projects, and solo releases, including viral singles and the 2024 EP Trifecta with Flow G, featuring tracks like Angas, Deserve, and Inggit.

Known for his smooth flow, dance skills, and production input, he has also acted in music videos and appeared in entertainment projects, while building a strong digital presence with over 3 million YouTube subscribers on his channel Skusta Clee TV.

Skusta Clee continues to dominate Philippine music with consistent releases, high-stream numbers on Spotify, and live performances that keep him at the forefront of OPM hip-hop.

His influence as a trailblazer in trap and his ability to connect through personal storytelling have cemented his legacy among younger artists and fans in the evolving local scene.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @extraordinaryl
• Facebook Handle: Skusta Clee

Personal Life

Daryl Jake Borja Ruiz was in an on-and-off relationship with YouTuber Zeinab Harake from around 2018 until their confirmed breakup in 2022 amid public controversy, including allegations of infidelity; they share a daughter, Zebbiana “Bia” Borja Ruiz, born April 28, 2021.

Post-breakup, he has been linked to figures like Ryssi Avila and Aira Mae Lipata, but remains single with no current confirmed partner.

Discography

• Trifecta (EP, with Flow G) (2024)
• Sa Susunod Na Lang (2018)
• Dance With You (2020)
• Zebbiana (2019)
• Kalimutan Ka (2025)
• Need You (featured/related)
• Pauwi Nako (with O.C. Dawgs)

Net Worth

Skusta Clee has an estimated net worth of $2 million. His wealth primarily comes from music streaming royalties and sales, YouTube ad revenue and channel earnings, live performances, brand collaborations, and contributions from group projects with Ex Battalion and O.C. Dawgs.