Presenting our newest #RollingStoneFutureOfMusic issue cover star: bigxthaplug⭐ The Dallas rapper built a career on swaggering bangers — then reinvented himself and invaded the country charts. But before any victories, he had to overcome a tumultuous past. In the story, Big X talks about changing genres, finding his direction, and wanting to be the best artist in the world – read it now at the link in our bio. Writer e_diep Photographer david_lachapelle Editors in Chief seanfwoods & shirleyhalperin Executive Music Editor Christian Hoard Creative Director joe_hutchinson Director of Photography jennsantana Director of Social & Video waiss_aramesh Associate Director of Social Media leahluser Senior Art Director coolade77 Executive Producer chriskimfilm Senior Product Designer nthompson89 Deputy Photo Editor sachalecca Senior Visuals Editor photoeditorjoe Producer/Editor mitchsaavedra Styling terrellish Extras Styling mrchriscampbell x opusbeauty Hair riadazarhair x artdeptagency ...