New York rapper Bobby Shmurda is giving major props to the late Ruff Ryders icon DMX. The hip-hop star has stepped up to salute just how much Dark Man X brought to the music industry.

Bobby Shmurda puts massive respect on DMX’s name

Shmurda - who is known for his Brooklyn roots - opted to seemingly hit the pause button on icons like JAY-Z and Notorious B.I.G. and truly make sure folks understand X was much more than a great musician. Bobby went as far as calling him the greatest - ever.

“DMX was the GOAT ! His Energy & His Vibe was DIFFERENT ! #RipTheDog