DMX is definitely one of the most polarizing and energetic hip-hop personalities of all-time. His raspy voice, intense delivery, dog barks, and prayers throughout his musical projects make him one of a kind and one of the greatest emcees of all time. His rise to prominence wasn't a pretty one as he endured an abusive childhood and spent time in group homes throughout his youth only to grow up and rob local drug dealers for their product and earnings.
His debut album, It's Dark & Hell Is Hot, sounds exactly like what you think it to be riddled with dark content, self-loathing storylines but yet provides you with a sense of overcoming and triumph. DMX has had mainstream success with singles like 'Ruff Ryders' Anthem', 'X Gon' Give It To Ya', 'Party Up [Up In Here]', and 'Slippin' but at times has struggled with substance abuse and several jail stints throughout his career. Hopefully, X gets things straight and continues to live a prosperous life.