The Great Depression arrived as DMX's third major-label album, a more introspective, yet still aggressive, turn from the artist. It followed his 2000 album "...And Then There Was X" and cemented his status as a dominant force in mainstream hip-hop.
- The album debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart, selling 143,000 copies in its first week.
- "Party Up (Up in Here)" became one of DMX's most recognizable singles, known for its energetic, chant-like chorus.
- The album was released on the RAL (Rush Associated Label) imprint, founded by Russell Simmons.
Earl Simmons, known as DMX, was an American rapper from Yonkers, New York, best known for his gruff voice and raw lyrical style. In 2001, he was at the height of his commercial success, having already released two multi-platinum albums.
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