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Kid Rock

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Robert James Ritchie, known as Kid Rock, is an American singer-songwriter who blends rock, hip hop and country. He achieved mainstream breakthrough with the 1998 album Devil Without a Cause and later released Rock N Roll Jesus and Born Free.

Breakthrough came with Devil Without a Cause (1998) featuring singles such as "Bawitdaba" and "Only God Knows Why"; 'All Summer Long' was a major hit from Rock N Roll Jesus. Reviews mention collaborations (Eminem; Mary J. Blige; Sheryl Crow; Bob Seger on piano) and production by Rick Rubin on Born Free.

DeBaser reviews portray Kid Rock as a commercially successful American artist who has moved between rap/rock and country rock. Critics praise some anthems and production moments while often disliking stylistic pastiches. Reviews note collaborations and mainstream hits alongside questions of artistic credibility.

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 This man has sold over twenty million records in America.

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 Thus, in 1998, the Kid Rock phenomenon was born, with his official debut album.

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 It doesn't want to be taken seriously because it simply doesn't give a damn... Fine, I'll do the same.

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 Kid Rock (born Robert James Richie) gained notoriety a few years ago when he married Pamela Anderson.

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