Julius Dubose (born December 6 1995) performs under the stage name A Boogie wit da Hoodie, also shortened to A Boogie. He is an American rapper and singer who gained mainstream attention in the mid‑2010s. His music is noted for blending rap verses with melodic singing, often addressing personal and street‑level themes.
Dubose grew up in the United States and began releasing music independently before signing with Atlantic Records. In 2017 he released his debut studio album, *The Bigger Artist*, which marked his first major‑label project. The album’s lead single, “Drowning,” reached the top‑20 of the Billboard Hot 100 and helped establish his presence in the commercial hip‑hop market.
A Boogie’s sound merges contemporary hip‑hop beats with R&B‑style vocal melodies. While specific influences are not detailed in the available sources, his work reflects the broader trend of melodic rap that blends singing hooks with rap verses.
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A Boogie operates as a solo act; no additional permanent members are documented.
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The Bigger Artist received critical praise and peaked at number 4 on the Billboard 200, indicating strong commercial performance for a debut. “Drowning” became his highest‑charting single to date, entering the top‑20 of the Billboard Hot 100. Subsequent releases such as “Numbers” have continued to showcase his collaborative work with other prominent artists.