Behind the Artist: Young Dolph

Young Dolph is an American rapper. In February 2016, Dolph 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’ hit single “Cut It”, which peaked at number 35 on the Billboard Hot 100. Young Dolph’s seventh album, Rich Slave, was released in August 2020 and became his highest-charting project, debuting at number four on the Billboard 200.

In 2018, Dolph’s single “Major” peaked at number 47 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.

In July 2019, Dolph released his collaborative album with Key Glock, titled Dum and Dummer. The album peaked at number eight on the Billboard 200, earning each artists their first top 10 album.

Dolph’s seventh album, Rich $lave, was released on August 14, 2020. It was preceded by the singles “Blue Diamonds”, “RNB” featuring Megan Thee Stallion and “Death Row”. Dolph explained the album’s title, stating “It’s the reality of being Black in this country”.

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