DJ Khaled

No overnight success, DJ Khaled toiled as a disc jockey for years before he became an immensely successful, larger-than-life figure in rap music. Since the latter half of the 2000s, Khaled has factored into triumphant crossover singles that have seemed like events, charming fans with his fun-loving spirit, ebullient interjections, and well-placed talent that has flanked him. His top hits span over a decade and include Drake, Justin Bieber, Chance the Rapper, and Rihanna among the eager featured artists. Khaled's first eight albums, from 2006 through 2015, peaked within the Top 20 of the Billboard 200, while his ninth and tenth, Major Key (2016) and Grateful (2017), crowned the Billboard 200. Father of Asahd (2019) made Khaled a Grammy winner when "Higher," a collaboration with Nipsey Hussle and John Legend, was awarded Best Rap/Sung Performance. Khaled has responded to the feat by topping the Billboard 200 again with Khaled Khaled (2021) and God Did (2022), the latter of which also featured and the Top Ten smash "Staying Alive," featuring Drake and Lil Baby. He heralded his 14th album, Til Next Time (2023) with the "Supposed to Be Love," also featuring Lil Baby and Future.

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