Drag-On facts for kids
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Drag-On
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| Birth name | Melvin Jason Smalls |
| Born | January 4, 1980 New York City, U.S. |
| Genres | Hip hop |
| Occupation(s) | Rapper, songwriter, actor |
| Years active | 1997–present |
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Melvin Jason Smalls (born January 4, 1980), known by his stage name Drag-On, is an American rapper. He became famous while working with Ruff Ryders. This was a well-known record label.
In 2000, he released his first album, Opposite of H2O. This album was very popular. It sold over 500,000 copies and earned a Gold certification. This means it was a big success! His second album, Hell and Back, came out in 2004.
Drag-On also acted in movies. He appeared in Exit Wounds (2001) and Cradle 2 the Grave (2003). Both movies starred his friend and fellow Ruff Ryders artist, DMX.
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Early Life and Beginnings
Drag-On was born Melvin Jason Smalls in New York City, New York. He grew up in the Bronxdale Projects in The Bronx, New York. This is where he started his journey in music.
Music Albums and Success
Drag-On has released several studio albums during his career. His first album was a big hit. It helped him become a well-known name in hip hop music.
Studio Albums Overview
| Album Title | Release Details | Certifications |
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| Opposite of H2O |
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| Hell and Back |
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| Hood Environment |
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Collaborations and Guest Songs
Throughout his career, Drag-On has worked with many other artists. He has been featured on songs by famous rappers and musicians. These collaborations helped him share his music with more people. He often worked with artists from the Ruff Ryders label.
See also
In Spanish: Drag-On para niños
