Bobby Wardell Sandimanie III, known professionally as Destroy Lonely, is an American rapper, singer, and songwriter born on July 30, 2001. He has made significant strides in the music industry, with his debut studio album, If Looks Could Kill, released in 2023, reaching an impressive peak of number eighteen on the US Billboard 200.
Before his album's success, Destroy Lonely gained recognition with his fifth mixtape, No Stylist, which marked his first entry on the Billboard chart at number ninety-one in 2022. His unique sound and style have garnered attention, particularly his dynamic yet blaring instrumentals that set him apart in the contemporary music scene.
In early 2021, Destroy Lonely signed with Opium, a record label founded by fellow Atlanta-based rapper Playboi Carti, which is an imprint of Interscope Records. This partnership has led to fruitful collaborations with other labelmates, including rapper Ken Carson and the trap duo Homixide Gang.
Rolling Stone has highlighted Destroy Lonely's distinctive performing aesthetic, characterized by dark-colored attire and name-brand clothing, which complements his musical style and resonates with his growing fanbase.