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Comment: Instagram (and other social media sites) isn't a reliable source as it's usergenerated. nil nz 05:28, 8 April 2026 (UTC)
André Waithe
André Waithe | |
|---|---|
| Also known as | DOT |
| Born | André Waithe |
| Origin | Notre-Dame-de-Grâce, Montreal, Quebec, Canada |
| Genre | |
| Occupation | Rapper
Producer |
| Years active | 2025–present |
André Waithe, better known by his stage name DOT, is a Canadian rapper and record producer from Montreal, Quebec. Born and raised in the Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (NDG) neighborhood, Waithe is recognized for his self-produced beats incorporating soul samples and his introspective lyricism.[1][2] He gained attention with his mixtape series Some Soul Shit, blending hip hop with soulful elements, and has been described as part of Montreal's emerging local talent scene.[1][3]
Early life
[edit]André Waithe was born in Montreal, Quebec, and grew up in the diverse neighborhood of Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (often abbreviated as NDG or DG).[1][2][4] Prior to pursuing music full-time, Waithe was involved in basketball, which he later transitioned away from to focus on his career as an artist and musician.[1][5] This shift marked a significant change in his life, as he aimed to establish himself in the music industry.[1][5]
Career
[edit]Waithe began releasing music in 2025 under the moniker DOT.[1][2] His early work includes the album What's Next For Me (2025), which explored personal themes and showcased his evolving style.[1][5] That same year, he dropped the single/EP Some Soul Shit Vol.1, featuring tracks like "Lady For Tonight" and "What Would You Do?".[1] In January 2026, Waithe released his follow-up project, Some Soul Shit Vol.2, a seven-track album that received positive attention for its raw lyricism, genre-bending flows, and collaborations.[1][3] The album includes features from artists such as Tony Stone on "Heaven Wit U", Cami G on "Whoever You Are", and Spaceman Dela on "Dirty Work".[1][3] Reviews highlighted the project's candid spirit and Waithe's ability to find peace through his music, contributing to Montreal's growing hip-hop scene.[1][3] Waithe's production style often involves soul-sampled beats that he creates himself, setting him apart in the rap genre.[1][2] By early 2026, he had amassed over 7,800 monthly listeners on Spotify.[2][6] Other releases include the EP Live at Night in Key (2025) and the single "JUMP" (2025).[1] He has also appeared in interviews discussing his background, style, and new releases.[7][8]
Discography
[edit]Studio albums
[edit]What's Next For Me (2025)[1][5] Some Soul Shit Vol.2 (2026)[1][3]
EPs and singles
[edit]Some Soul Shit Vol.1 (2025) – Single/EP[1] Live at Night in Key (2025) – EP[1] "JUMP" (2025) – Single[1]
References
[edit]- 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 "André Waithe: Some Soul Shit Interview". Siren Media. Retrieved February 15, 2026.
- 1 2 3 4 5 "Andre Waithe". Spotify. Retrieved February 15, 2026.
- 1 2 3 4 5 "NDG based Montreal rapper Andre Waithe". Instagram (spacevillehifi). January 2026. Retrieved February 15, 2026.
- ↑ "This week our guest is @andrewaithe". Instagram (lecypherx). January 2026. Retrieved February 15, 2026.
- 1 2 3 4 "Andre Waithe. Filmed / Edited by: @elibxrtiz". Instagram (andrewaithe). April 29, 2025. Retrieved February 15, 2026.
- ↑ "Andre Waithe". Chartmetric. Retrieved February 15, 2026.
- ↑ "Artist @andrewaithe Aka. Dot Full Interview Out Now". Instagram (yungc1ipz). January 23, 2026. Retrieved February 15, 2026.
- ↑ "Youngclips". YouTube. Retrieved February 15, 2026.
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