DMX on Whether or Not Rappers Should Be Role Models: 'It’s Getting a Little Scary Now'

DMX on Whether or Not Rappers Should Be Role Models: 'It’s Getting a Little Scary Now'

People expect artists to be someone their kids can look up to. Once you take on the role of a public figure, you unknowingly adopt this responsibility of a role model. Perception is reality for people and everyone is watching celebrities. So every move is heavily scrutinized in order to be a model citizen. DMX was never really that typical role model. He struggled with his vices, grief, and trauma just like everyone else. But he did find it impo…