So, let’s talk about the rapper known as Dash—yeah, that’s his stage name—and he’s made quite a name for himself in the hip-hop scene. Dash first started gaining attention through some pretty notable collaborations, like working with Earl Sweatshirt on his sixth studio mixtape, V.I.C.E.S., and teaming up with Mac Miller on the track “New Faces V2.” That definitely helped put Dash on the map. But before all that buzz, Dash was just a kid with a dream. When he was only 16, he began rapping and sharing his original music on MySpace, which, back then, was kind of a big deal for up-and-coming artists.

Now, here’s where things really took off for Dash: he became more widely recognized thanks to his contributions to the east coast hip-hop collective ASAP Mob. Their 2012 debut mixtape, Lord$ Never Worry, featured Dash’s unique style and really showcased what he could bring to the table. It was a pivotal moment in his career. As for his roots, Dash was born and raised in Hackensack, New Jersey—a place that definitely influenced his sound and perspective. Over the years, Dash has steadily built his presence, and today, when people talk about underground talent with mainstream potential, Dash is definitely a name worth mentioning.