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<h2>Early Life and Background</h2>

<p>GoldLink, born D'Anthony Carlos on May 17, 1993, in Washington, D.C., is an American rapper known for blending hip-hop with electronic and dance music influences. He was raised by working-class parents—his father was employed in parks and recreation, and his mother worked as a legal secretary. Following his parents' divorce, GoldLink relocated first to <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bowie,_Maryland">Bowie</a>, Maryland, and later to Alexandria, Virginia, where he graduated from Hayfield Secondary School.</p>

<h2>Musical Beginnings and SoundCloud Breakthrough</h2>

<p>GoldLink began making music as a hobby, initially uploading his tracks to SoundCloud. His breakthrough came in 2014 with the release of his debut mixtape, <em>The God Complex</em>, which garnered critical acclaim for its unique fusion of hip-hop, dance, and electronic production. This mixtape established GoldLink’s innovative sound and caught the attention of both fans and industry professionals.</p>

<h2>Major Releases and Rising Recognition</h2>

<p>Following the success of his debut, GoldLink released his second project, <em>And After That, We Didn’t Talk</em>, in 2015. The album featured well-received singles such as "Dance on Me" and "Spectrum," further solidifying his reputation as a forward-thinking artist. </p>

<p>On March 24, 2017, GoldLink released his first studio album, <em>At What Cost</em>. The album featured the Grammy-nominated single “Crew,” which peaked at number 45 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart. The track, featuring <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brent_Faiyaz">Brent Faiyaz</a> and <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shy_Glizzy">Shy Glizzy</a>, became a breakout hit and marked GoldLink’s entry into mainstream recognition.</p>

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<h2>Collaborations and Accolades</h2>

<p>In 2017, GoldLink was selected to participate in "Red Bull Sound Selects," a curated music program that included artists such as <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kelela">Kelela</a>, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Angel_Olsen">Angel Olsen</a>, and Brika. This opportunity allowed him to collaborate and share stages with a diverse range of musicians, showcasing his versatility as an artist.</p>

<p>In 2018, GoldLink was featured on "Like I Do," a track from <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christina_Aguilera">Christina Aguilera</a>’s album <em>Liberation</em>. The collaboration earned a Grammy nomination for Best Rap/Sung Performance, further validating GoldLink’s growing influence and vocal delivery within the broader music industry.</p>

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