DMX

BORN: Dec 18, 1970
AGE:53
NET WORTH:
HEIGHT:5'11
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Real Name: Earl Simmons

Aliases: Dark Man X, The Dog, X

BORN:
Dec 18, 1970
AGE:
53
NET WORTH:
HEIGHT:
5'11

BIO

DMX was one the most prominent rappers in Hip Hop history. As the leader of the Ruff Ryder Crew, his tenacious microphone presence firmly cemented New York Hip Hop and himself as the pinnace of Rap culture in the late 1990s. His first two albums - 'It's Dark and Hell Is Hot' and 'Flesh of My Flesh, Blood of My Blood' - made Billboard Chart history while also helping the rap careers of Swizz Beatz, Jadakiss, Styles P & Sheek Louch of The LOX, Eve and Drag-On.

PROPS

  • Release two No. 1 albums in under a year
  • Released 5 Consecutive Albums debuting at No. 1
  • Released 8 studio albums
  • Sold Over 74M Albums Worldwide
  • Co-headline Hard Knock Life Tour w/ JAY-Z, Ja Rule, Method Man & Redman, grossing $18 million (1999)
  • Over 15 acting credits including Belly, Cradle 2 The Grave & Romeo Must Die
  • Won 2 American Music Awards (2001 & 2002) 'Favorite Rap/Hip-Hop Artist’
  • Starred in reality TV series ‘DMX: Soul of a Man’ on BET (2006)
  • Nominated for 3 Grammy Awards
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Top DMX Questions

What does DMX stand for?
DMX stands for 'Dark Man X', inspired by the Oberheim DMX drum machine that helped his early raps.
How many times has DMX been arrested?
Over 30 times. His first arrest came in 1986 for stealing a dog and his rap career saw DMX charges including reckless and unlicensed driving drug possession, and most infamously, impersonating a FBI agent in 2004.
How many kids does DMX have?
DMX was the father to 17 children and was engaged at the time of his passing
What is DMX’s most famous song?
According to Spotify, DMX's 'X Gon' Give It To Ya' is the clear favorite with over 415 million streams. It was released in 2003 the lead soundtrack single from his movie 'Cradle 2 the Grave.'
What was DMX’s relationship with Ja Rule like?
Originally slated to be a part of the Murda Inc. supergroup with JAY-Z, DMX and Ja Rule went their separate ways but maintained a strong relationship.
Who did DMX do a Verzuz battle with?
DMX battled Snoop Dogg on July 22, 2020 in front of 525,000 peak audience for the 17th Verzuz matchup.
What music label is DMX part of?
DMX started his rap career with Ruff Ryder management, which debuts its label in 1998. It was founded by Joaquin "Waah" Dean, Darin "Dee" Dean and Chivon Dean, relatives of Swizz Beatz.

DMX

Real name: Earl Simmons

Aliases: Dark Man X, The Dog, X

DMX Reveals Lil Wayne, Snoop Dogg, The LOX, Alicia Keys, Usher & 'That U2 N-gga' Bono Are On His Forthcoming LP

DMX Reveals Lil Wayne, Snoop Dogg, The LOX, Alicia Keys, Usher & 'That U2 N-gga' Bono Are On His Forthcoming LP

News | Feb 15, 2021, 10:36 AM PST

DMX Takes Uncle Murda's Stance On Pharrell's 'Snitching' Comments: 'It Just Fucked Me Up'

DMX Takes Uncle Murda's Stance On Pharrell's 'Snitching' Comments: 'It Just Fucked Me Up'

News | Feb 14, 2021, 9:47 AM PST

DMX Confirms Griselda & The Late Pop Smoke Are Featured On His Long Awaited Comeback Album

DMX Confirms Griselda & The Late Pop Smoke Are Featured On His Long Awaited Comeback Album

News | Feb 8, 2021, 10:24 AM PST

Ja Rule Recalls JAY-Z & DMX Murder Inc. Supergroup Failing — Much To His Benefit

Ja Rule Recalls JAY-Z & DMX Murder Inc. Supergroup Failing — Much To His Benefit

News | Dec 22, 2020, 8:20 PM PST

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DJ Premier Says He's Always Wanted To Work With DMX: 'Dark Man X Man, Let's Get It'

DJ Premier Says He's Always Wanted To Work With DMX: 'Dark Man X Man, Let's Get It'

News | Dec 4, 2020, 8:48 AM PST

DMX Once Trained His Dog To Drop Ad-Libs In A Freestyle According To Battle Rap Legend Murda Mook

DMX Once Trained His Dog To Drop Ad-Libs In A Freestyle According To Battle Rap Legend Murda Mook

News | Dec 1, 2020, 2:24 PM PST

DMX Recalls Moment He Was Tricked Into Smoking Crack At 14: 'A Monster Was Born'

DMX Recalls Moment He Was Tricked Into Smoking Crack At 14: 'A Monster Was Born'

News | Nov 6, 2020, 6:21 AM PST

Outkast Legend Big Boi Executive Producing 'Empire'-Like TV Series Featuring DMX, Rakim, Pepa & More

Outkast Legend Big Boi Executive Producing 'Empire'-Like TV Series Featuring DMX, Rakim, Pepa & More

News | Oct 6, 2020, 6:52 PM PDT

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Redman Explains How He, JAY-Z, Method Man & DMX Turned The Hard Knock Life Tour Into A Healthy Competition

Redman Explains How He, JAY-Z, Method Man & DMX Turned The Hard Knock Life Tour Into A Healthy Competition

News | Sep 19, 2020, 6:00 AM PDT

DMX Chokes Up Talking About His Multiple Personalities In 'Ruff Ryders Chronicles' Documentary

DMX Chokes Up Talking About His Multiple Personalities In 'Ruff Ryders Chronicles' Documentary

News | Sep 11, 2020, 9:21 AM PDT