Just when you thought Shaq couldn’t possibly add another endeavor to his resume, he proves us all wrong again. Shaquille O’Neal—NBA legend, TV analyst, and all-around larger-than-life personality—is now stepping firmly back into the music spotlight. At 53 years young, Shaq, also known as DJ name "DJ Diesel", is making waves once more by dropping an album later today.
The announcement came straight from DJ Diesel’s own Instagram, where O’Neal shared the official tracklist of his upcoming album titled "M.D.E"—a clever nod meaning "Most Dominant Ever," a title fitting for someone of Shaq’s legendary stature. His enthusiastic caption expressed heartfelt gratitude to collaborators, saying: "All I have to say is thank you."
For those unfamiliar with Shaq’s musical journey, this is far from his first venture into the music scene. Shaq’s passion for music dates back to the early '90s when he released several rap albums, most notably 1993's "Shaq Diesel," which actually went platinum.
Yes, you read that correctly: Shaq is not only a Hall of Famer on the court but also a certified platinum music artist.
In recent years, he’s pivoted into electronic dance music (EDM), establishing himself as DJ Diesel. Known for electrifying festival crowds with his high-energy DJ sets and infectious stage presence, Shaq has built a substantial following in the EDM community, headlining major events such as Tomorrowland and Ultra Music Festival.
In 2023, he released an album titled, "Gorilla Warfare."
Now with "M.D.E" hitting streaming services at midnight in listeners' local time zones, Shaq aims to add yet another accolade to his incredible list of accomplishments. Fans everywhere will be tuning in to see if DJ Diesel can dominate the music charts as effortlessly as he once dominated the paint. Stay tuned: Shaq is about to make some noise!
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