Darrett served 8 years in the U.S. Navy and is a Persian Gulf War veteran.
Darrett comes from a lineage of legendary entertainers including Moses Gunn, The Fairfield Four, and singer Deniece Williams.
Darrett's achievements include an ASCAP Writers Award, presented by Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, a gold and platinum recipient for Chronicles of the Soul, and a BMI Honorary Award for his work with Commissioned.
In 1999, Darrett received a Soul Train Award nomination for New Male Gospel Artist of the Year and also a GMA Dove Award nomination for Male Vocalist of the Year.
Darrett has performed and recorded with greats such as Boyz II Men, Dave Hollister, Jodeci, Brandy Norwood, Kirk Franklin, Guy, and Kim Burrell, to name a few.