Dej Loaf Is Eyeing Meek Mill and DMX for Her Debut Album

After bursting onto the charts last year with her debut single "Try Me" and appearing alongside Eminem on the Shady XV cut "Detroit Vs. Everybody," everyone is wondering what's next for Dej Loaf. Her break out record peaked at No. 45 on Billboard's Hot 100 and within her short time on the scene, Dej has received co-signs from Meek Mill, Remy Ma and even Drake. After nabbing a deal with Columbia Records and unveiling her Sell Sole mixtape, it seems the majority of hip-hop is rooting for Dej to do big things, with Nicki Minaj even dubbing herself as the 23-year-old's "hype man." But according to Dej, it gets better than that.

XXL sat down with Dej to chop it up about her future plans. The buzzing Detroit MC talked about her upcoming debut album, which is one of the most anticipated projects this year. She also got a little deeper, unveiling a desire to begin acting and spoke of a budding friendship she's developing with DMX. Apparently, the hip-hop icon sought her out and is a fan of her material. The two ended up connecting on Dej's desire to step into the world of film and now they hold an open line of communication.

Dej also touched on her relationship with Meek Mill, the cancellation of her Scream Tour with Kid Ink and how she wound up being featured on Eminem's latest release. It's all happening. —Miranda J.