The Dude (Devin the Dude album)

The Dude
Studio album by
ReleasedJune 16, 1998
GenreSouthern hip hop
Length1:12:59
LabelRap-A-Lot
Producer
Devin the Dude chronology
The Dude
(1998)
Just Tryin' ta Live
(2002)
Professional ratings
Review scores
SourceRating
AllMusic
RapReviews7.5/10
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The Dude is the debut solo studio album by American rapper Devin the Dude. It was released on June 16, 1998, via Rap-A-Lot Records. The production was handled mostly by Michael "Domo" Poye, alongside several other record producers including Joe Bythewood, N.O. Joe, Mr. Lee and Tone Capone. It features guest appearances from K.B., K-Dee, Scarface, Odd Squad, DMG and Spice 1 among others. The title of the album was a reference to the song The Dude by Quincy Jones. The album peaked at number 177 on the Billboard 200 in the United States.