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Young Dolph
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Real Name: Adolph Thornton Jr.
Aliases: Dolph Obama
BIO
Born in Chicago but raised in Memphis, Young Dolph was one of the most enduring, independent MCs of his era. In 2016, he released his debut studio album, King of Memphis, which peaked at number 49 on the Billboard 200 chart. He was featured on O.T. Genasis's hit single "Cut It," which peaked at number 35 on the Billboard Hot 100. His seventh album, Rich Slave, was released in 2020 and became his highest-charting project, debuting at number four on the Billboard 200. Sadly, on November 17, 2021, Dolph was shot and killed in Memphis, Tennessee. His grit and entrepreneurial vision left an indelible mark on his fans and the culture.
PROPS
- Donated $25,000 to his alma mater, Hamilton High School in Memphis.
- He gave away two hundred turkeys to individuals at the West Cancer Center in his hometown.
- The city of Memphis named a street in his honor.
- Tennessee lawmakers have proposed that November 17, the day on which Dolph was killed, be designated the "Adolph Thornton Day of Service."
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Top Young Dolph Questions
He had 2 children.
Juice Wrld was his second cousin and Key Glock was his cousin.
“Cut It” with O.T. Genasis went to 35 on the Pop Charts.
He was born in Chicago and raised in Memphis.
Paper Route Campaign was released in 2008.
He was the founder of his own label Paper Route Empire.
Young Dolph
Real name: Adolph Thornton Jr.
Aliases: Dolph Obama
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News | Mar 24, 2022, 8:32 AM PDT
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News | Mar 18, 2022, 5:21 AM PDT
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News | Mar 15, 2022, 12:08 PM PDT
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News | Mar 8, 2022, 1:43 PM PST
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News | Mar 2, 2022, 8:46 AM PST
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News | Feb 26, 2022, 12:47 PM PST
Rick Ross Compares Nipsey Hussle & Young Dolph Murders To 2Pac & Biggie Tragedies
News | Feb 26, 2022, 6:11 AM PST
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Young Dolph Murder Investigation Adds 2 New 'Persons Of Interest'
News | Feb 20, 2022, 1:41 PM PST
Young Dolph Murder Suspect Goes Missing After He's Released From Indiana Jail
News | Feb 19, 2022, 5:00 AM PST
