August 17th 2024.
It's been 26 years since DMX, the iconic rapper, graced the world with his debut album, It's Dark and Hell Is Hot. And while time may have passed, his loyal fans are still showing their love for the legendary artist by helping his album reach new heights on the Billboard charts.
According to a recent article by Forbes, a special vinyl release of DMX's platinum-selling rap album, made available through the Vinyl Me, Please platform, has caused a resurgence of interest in the album. In just one week, the album sold an impressive 3,400 copies across the United States, a huge increase from its usual 50 sales per week.
This vinyl release has truly been a game-changer for It's Dark and Hell Is Hot, resulting in a staggering 6,446% increase in pure purchases. This brings the total sales of the album to a whopping 4.856 million copies, as reported by Luminate. It's worth noting that the majority of these sales occurred during the album's initial release in 1998, marking the beginning of DMX's incredible run of five consecutive No. 1 albums on the Billboard 200 chart.
Thanks to the unwavering support of DMX's devoted fan base, his debut album has now secured the No. 27 spot on Billboard's purchase-only roster. If it remains on the chart for just one more week, It's Dark and Hell Is Hot will have spent a remarkable 104 weeks, or two full years, on the charts.
This is yet another incredible achievement for the late rapper, who tragically passed away in April of 2021 at the age of 50. Among his many accomplishments, DMX can claim five No. 1 albums, including It's Dark and Hell Is Hot and Flesh of My Flesh, Blood of My Blood, both released in 1998. He also reached the top spot with ...And Then There Was X in 1999, The Great Depression in 2001, and Grand Champ in 2003. Even his sixth album, Year of the Dog...Again, debuted at an impressive No. 2 in 2006.
DMX was not only a successful musician, but he also had a thriving acting career, starring in beloved films like Belly (1998), Romeo Must Die (2000), Exit Wounds (2001), Cradle 2 the Grave (2003), and Never Die Alone (2004). His talent extended beyond just Hip-Hop, and he also released gospel music, showcasing his spiritual side with singles like "Lord Give Me a Sign" (2006) and "Jesus Loves Me" (2008).
Despite selling over 74 million albums and finding success in both music and film, DMX left behind an estate that is estimated to be in debt. In May, his estate reached a deal with the artist estate management company Artist Legacy Group to ensure that his legacy would be preserved for generations to come.
It's clear that DMX's impact on the world of music and entertainment is immeasurable, and his fans will continue to honor and celebrate his legacy for years to come. With his debut album still making waves on the charts after 26 years, there's no doubt that DMX's music will live on forever.
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