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About

Born in the US, this critically acclaimed rapper rose to local fame in his Maryland hometown with the 2006 hit "Dig Dug", quickly gaining momentum with a string of follow-up releases. A three-label bidding war ultimately led to a joint venture between Allido Records and Interscope Records, securing a lucrative deal worth $1.3 million. His subsequent mixtapes and singles garnered widespread attention, earning him appearances on MTV and prominent Black America-focused publications.