A Boogie wit da Hoodie
A melodic rapper from the Bronx who fused street narratives with vulnerable emotion, becoming a dominant voice in hip-hop's new wave.
Born 1995 (age 31)·American rapper·Birthday: December 6·Millennials
Biography
Julius Dubose, who took the playful stage name A Boogie wit da Hoodie, emerged from the Soundview section of the Bronx with a sound that blurred the lines between rapping and singing. His early mixtapes, circulated online, showcased a unique, slurry delivery and a willingness to explore heartbreak and anxiety alongside typical hip-hop bravado. This 'artist' persona connected deeply, leading to a major label deal and a debut album, 'The Bigger Artist', that crashed into the Top 5 of the Billboard chart. Tracks like 'Drowning' and 'Look Back at It' became streaming juggernauts, powered by his catchy, emotive hooks. More than just a hitmaker, A Boogie represents a generation of artists who treat melody as a primary weapon, crafting anthems that are as introspective as they are infectious, and solidifying New York's continued relevance in the genre's evolution.
Millennials
1981–1996
The first digital natives. Grew up with the internet, came of age during 9/11 and the 2008 crash. Highly educated, deeply indebted, slower to marry and buy houses. Redefined work, identity, and what it means to be an adult.
A was born in 1995, placing them squarely in the Millennials. The events that shaped this generation — the internet revolution, 9/11, and the 2008 financial crisis — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When A Was Born
The biggest hits of 1995
#1 Movie
Toy Story
Best Picture
Braveheart
#1 TV Show
Seinfeld
A's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1995Born
Oklahoma City bombing; Windows 95 released
Gas: $1.15/galHome: $96,500Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Gangsta's Paradise" — CoolioBest Picture: Braveheart
2000Started school
Y2K passes without incident; contested Bush-Gore election
Gas: $1.51/galHome: $119,600Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Breathe" — Faith HillBest Picture: Gladiator
2008Became a teenager
Barack Obama elected first Black US president; financial crisis
Gas: $3.27/galHome: $153,100Min wage: $6.55/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Low" — Flo RidaBest Picture: Slumdog Millionaire
2011Could drive
Osama bin Laden killed; Arab Spring sweeps the Middle East
Gas: $3.53/galHome: $138,400Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Rolling in the Deep" — AdeleBest Picture: The Artist
2013Could vote
Edward Snowden reveals NSA surveillance programs
Gas: $3.53/galHome: $152,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Thrift Shop" — Macklemore & Ryan LewisBest Picture: 12 Years a Slave
2016Turned 21
Donald Trump elected president; Brexit vote
Gas: $2.14/galHome: $181,700Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Love Yourself" — Justin BieberBest Picture: Moonlight
2025Turned 30
AI agents go mainstream
Gas: $3.10/galHome: $385,000Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Donald Trump"APT." — Rose & Bruno Mars
2026Age 31 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- His debut studio album, 'The Bigger Artist' (2017), debuted at number four on the US Billboard 200.
- The single 'Drowning', featuring Kodak Black, peaked at number 38 on the Billboard Hot 100 and was certified multi-platinum.
- Founded his own record label, Highbridge the Label, in his hometown of the Bronx.
- His 2018 album 'Hoodie SZN' spent two non-consecutive weeks at number one on the Billboard 200.
Did You Know?
His stage name was inspired by the character 'Ace Boogie' from the film 'Paid in Full' and his habit of wearing hoodies.
He was a talented basketball player in high school and considered pursuing it professionally.
A Boogie has a large tattoo of the late rapper Juice WRLD on his leg, honoring his friend and collaborator.
He started recording music using his laptop's built-in microphone.
““I just make music from my heart. I don't really think about it too much.””
