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DMX – …And Then There Was X – Double Vinyl Record
DMX’s …And Then There Was X, released on December 21, 1999, is the third studio album by the late rap icon and one of the most commercially successful projects of his career. Coming off the massive momentum of his back-to-back platinum albums (It’s Dark and Hell Is Hot and Flesh of My Flesh, Blood of My Blood), …And Then There Was X cemented DMX’s status as a dominant force in late ’90s and early 2000s hip-hop, both in terms of chart performance and cultural impact. Blending gritty street narratives, high-octane energy, and spiritual introspection, the album showcases the duality at the heart of DMX’s music: rage and vulnerability, violence and redemption.
The album debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200, selling over 698,000 copies in its first week, and would go on to be certified 5× Platinum by the RIAA—his best-selling release to date. The lead single, “Party Up (Up in Here),” produced by Swizz Beatz, became a crossover smash and one of DMX’s most iconic tracks. With its aggressive delivery, chant-along chorus, and infectious energy, the song remains a staple in club playlists, sporting events, and film soundtracks decades later.
Beyond the hits, …And Then There Was X presents a deeper look into DMX’s psyche. Songs like “What These Bitches Want” (featuring Sisqó) combine rugged lyricism with a smoother, R&B-inflected hook, while “The Professional” and “One More Road to Cross” offer gritty tales of street survival and internal conflict. The recurring themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the constant pull between good and evil are central to the album, reflecting the raw honesty that made DMX such a compelling figure in hip-hop.
Production-wise, the album is a Who’s Who of late-’90s East Coast hip-hop, with Swizz Beatz, Dame Grease, Irv Gotti, and P. Killer Trackz providing a mix of hard-hitting beats, orchestral samples, and anthemic hooks. While not as dark or hauntingly atmospheric as It’s Dark and Hell Is Hot, this record expands DMX’s sonic palette while still staying true to his aggressive, bark-and-snarl delivery.
The album was received with respect for its consistency and emotional intensity, even if some critics noted a formulaic quality compared to his debut. Nonetheless, the commercial success and enduring popularity of tracks like “Party Up,” “What These Bitches Want,” and “What’s My Name?” underscore the album’s lasting influence on both mainstream rap and hardcore street narratives.
In hindsight, …And Then There Was X represents a key moment in the evolution of millennial-era rap, just before the genre exploded further in new directions. It captures DMX at the height of his fame—raw, relentless, and real. It’s not only one of his strongest projects, but also a defining album of the late ‘90s hip-hop landscape.
Celebrating Hip Hop at Fifty…And Then There Was X is the third from rapper DMX. The album is certified 5x platinum, making it DMX’s best-selling album to date. The album debuted at #1 on the Billboard chart, firmly ranking DMX within hip hop’s only artist to have their first three albums enter the Billboard Top 200 Chart at the #1 spot. This 2 LP Exclusive vinyl includes a Cover Art Lithograph insert.
Brand new, never played and still in the factory plastic sealed
Track Listing
The Kennel (Skit)
One More Road To Cross
The Professional
Fame
Alot To Learn (Skit)
Here We Go Again
Party Up
Make A Move
What These B*****s Want Featuring – Sisqo
What’s My Name?
More 2 A Song
Don’t You Ever
The Shakedown (Skit)
D-X-L (Hard White) Featuring – Drag-On, The Lox
Comin’ For Ya
Prayer III
Angel Featuring – Regina Belle
Good Girls, Bad Guys
