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DJ Da Don, born Djoudrjy Chiffra, is an artist and super producer. Born on September 21, 1988 in Haiti, it wasn’t long before his parents emigrated to the musically and culturally diverse melting pot known as Miami, Florida. Years later he moved to the murder capital of the United States, where he began to run around with the likes of company such as Chief Keef, Lil’ Reese, and other affluent members of the street gang “300.” DJ, as he’s known by those close to him, was headed down a similar path of destruction like many Chicago youth residing on the Southside—until he was introduced to a producer from 300 by the name of Young Chop (born Tyree Pittman). Absorbing game from the young rapper, producer, and record executive, it wasn’t long before DJ began showing interest in the music industry.

Thank you so much for doing this with us! Can you tell us the story of how and where you grew up? In 2011, I started working on my own music, crafting beats for Chicago rappers like Sosa, Lil’ Durk, and more. Influenced by my upbringing in the streets, I resonated with artists such as Rick Ross, Young Jeezy and Gucci, rappers who masterfully cultivated hood tales from their own authentic experiences. Grounded by my Haitian heritage, I used that as a means of establishing connections with other Haitian-American producers, artists and promoters. Over the course of my career, I’ve been able to accumulate producer credits from global renowned artists such as Moneybagg Yo, NBA Youngboy and Tee Grizzley, just to name a few.

Can you share a story with us about what brought you to this specific career path not only as a music producer, but as an entrepreneur? One of my many goals has been to put producers from the Midwest on the map, in addition to my desire to get back to my Miami roots by incorporating elements found in tracks by Miami natives like Trina. I have been honored to be featured in publications such as “On The Come Up Magazine” and have built up an impressive organic following on Instagram. My secret? Being a genuine person and fostering meaningful relationships with the artists I have worked with over the years. This sense of relatability has landed me access on tours featuring Lil’ Durk, Yella, Beezy and Da Baby. So, who is DJ Da Don On Da Track? The world is about to find out.