The standout track, “Ruff Ryders Anthem”, became an instant classic, and DMX’s reputation as a raw, aggressive rapper with a unique voice was solidified. Following up with his second album ...

Some people remember DMX for the late Ruff Ryder boss ... the first posthumous album from the late "Party Up" rapper; X's ...

Gotti was influential in Def Jam’s signing of celebrated rapper DMX and served as the executive producer of his 1998 album, It's Dark and Hell Is Hot.