A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie

Artist Julius Dubose, commonly referred to by his stage name A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie is a New York rapper with an old school aesthetic. His music brings hip hop back to its roots when CDs were distributed freely on the streets and rappers sang love-themed lyrics instead of braggadocio verses.

However, albums such as Hoodie SZN often struggle with pacing issues and forced collaborations, like “Swervin,” where London on the Track production cannot save a strained collaboration between A Boogie and 6ix9ine.

1. S.Dot

Artist Dubose, better known by his stage name A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie is a testament to self-made success. Co-owning Highbridge The Label with several key business partners who help manage his career is testament to this fact.

His 2016 mixtape, ARTIST, earned him recognition by XXL Magazine’s 2017 Freshman Class list and Hoodie SZN followed in 2018.

Kai Cenat directed A Boogie’s visual for “Did Me Wrong,” wherein he recalls an unproductive relationship that set him off on his path to happiness. In it, A Boogie recalls an experience from his past which altered his course.

2. Roddy Ricch

Bronx-born rapper A-Trak shot into prominence with the release of his debut mixtape ARTIST in 2016, including hit single “My Shit.” That year, XXL magazine honored him as part of their Freshmen Class, quickly building an army of followership around him.

A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie co-owns Highbridge The Label, an imprint he established in 2016. Recently, Highbridge joined Atlantic Records, giving A Boogie full control of his career and expanding roster.

3. Lil Durk

Swizz Beatz recently unveiled a music video for his collaboration with A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie on “U Said,” from Love Songs 4 the Street 2. This track can be found on his Love Songs 4 the Street 2 project.

Bronx-born MC Artist first broke out onto the scene in 2016 with his debut mixtape Artist. Fans were first exposed to “My Shit,” a breakout hit which has gone platinum certification and earned him recognition by XXL magazine’s 2017 Freshman Class list. Two years later in 2018, Hoodie SZN came out – this time more street inspired bars were included than before.

4. Lil Uzi Vert

Uzi Vert brought his signature futuristic trap sound and dynamic vocals to hip-hop, creating an iconic persona and garnering a loyal following through his mixtapes and collaborations.

Uzi Vert first made his solo debut with Luv Is Rage 2 in 2017; two years later he released Eternal Atake as his second solo offering.

He had an intimate three-year romance with fashion designer Brittany Bryd, which inspired songs like “Money Longer”. Don Q and Lil Rekk also signed to Highbridge the Label as partners.

5. Khalid

Artist Dubose, commonly referred to as A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie in Bronx rap circles, first made an impactful debut with his 2016 mixtape ARTIST and was soon honored with inclusion on XXL Magazine’s 2017 Freshman Class list and signing an Atlantic Records contract.

Hoodie SZN debuted at #2 and spent three nonconsecutive weeks at #1 on the Billboard 200 chart, earning him numerous major music festival performances as well as appearing on Hot 97 Funk Flex with Don Q from New York.

6. Young Thug

Artist Julius Dubose, better known by his stage name A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie, has quickly earned the love and attention of new and old school hip hop fans alike. His unique style brings back to basics in an age where mumble rap and trap singers take over the beat.

Bronx-born MC Dedrick James burst onto the scene in 2016 with his debut mixtape ARTIST and quickly established himself as one of its new heavyweights. That year he earned recognition on XXL Freshman Class list as well as dropping major label debut The Bigger Artist.

7. DaBaby

Artist Dubose first made headlines with his 2016 mixtape, ARTIST. The project introduced fans to singles like “My Shit,” and earned him a spot on XXL Magazine’s 2017 Freshman Class list.

His major debut The Bigger Artist debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart and Hoodie SZN was released later that same year. Additionally, he currently co-owns Highbridge the Label.

A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie’s independent approach to success makes him stand out in an industry dominated by mumble rap and trap singers. His success serves as an inspiring reminder that independence tastes sweeter.

8. Lil Uzi Vert

In 2023, A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie collaborated with fellow New York rapper Lil Uzi Vert on their song Reply which became one of the most streamed rap songs that year.

Artist Dubose grew up listening to 50 Cent, Kanye West and Drake. While he’s less keen on interviews or social media interactions than some artists do, his quiet demeanor adds charm to his music.

He co-founded Highbridge the Label in 2016 to restore hip hop’s roots at a time when mumble rap and trap singers reign supreme on charts worldwide.