History of ASAP Ferg in Timeline

Darold Durard Brown Ferguson Jr., known as FERG, is an American rapper from Harlem, New York City. A lead member of the hip hop collective ASAP Mob, he adopted his moniker and signed a recording contract with Polo Grounds and RCA Records in January 2013. These labels also launched ASAP Worldwide. Two years prior, ASAP Rocky and ASAP Yams negotiated a contract with the same label.

October 20, 1988: Birth of Darold Durard Brown Ferguson Jr.

Darold Durard Brown Ferguson Jr., known professionally as ASAP Ferg, was born on October 20, 1988, in Harlem, New York City.

2005: Launch of Devoni Clothing

ASAP Ferg launched his clothing line "Devoni Clothing" in 2005.

2009: Development of Trap Style

ASAP Ferg began developing his aggressive, trap style of hip-hop in 2009.

2010: Collaboration with ASAP Rocky

ASAP Ferg began collaborating with ASAP Rocky in 2010.

August 28, 2012: Release of "Work" on Lords Never Worry Mixtape

ASAP Ferg's debut single "Work" was released on the ASAP Mob mixtape "Lords Never Worry" on August 28, 2012.

2012: Traplord Fashion Brand Founded

ASAP Ferg founded the street fashion brand Traplord in 2012.

2012: Debut Single "Work" Released

ASAP Ferg's debut single "Work" was released in 2012.

January 10, 2013: Announcement of Debut Album Title

ASAP Ferg announced the title of his debut album, "Trap Lord," on January 10, 2013.

January 2013: ASAP Ferg Signs Record Deal

In January 2013, ASAP Ferg signed a recording contract with Polo Grounds and RCA Records, the same labels that launched ASAP Worldwide.

May 14, 2013: Release of "Work (Remix)"

The remix of "Work," featuring various artists, was released on May 14, 2013.

June 2, 2013: Announcement of "Trap Lord" Release Date and Features

ASAP Ferg announced the release date and guest appearances for "Trap Lord" on June 2, 2013.

August 20, 2013: Release of "Trap Lord"

ASAP Ferg's debut album "Trap Lord" was released on August 20, 2013.

2013: Collaboration on "Ghetto Symphony"

ASAP Ferg collaborated with ASAP Rocky on the song "Ghetto Symphony" from Rocky's debut album "Long. Live. ASAP" in 2013.

2013: BET Hip Hop Awards Rookie of the Year

ASAP Ferg was named "Rookie of the Year" at the 2013 BET Hip Hop Awards.

2013: Release of "Work (Remix)" and Debut Album

In 2013, ASAP Ferg released the remix of "Work" featuring prominent rappers. His debut album "Trap Lord" was released in the same year achieving critical acclaim and commercial success.

August 22, 2014: Appearance on Ariana Grande's Album

ASAP Ferg appeared on Ariana Grande's album "My Everything" which was released on August 22, 2014.

2014: Release of "Ferg Forever" Mixtape

ASAP Ferg released the mixtape "Ferg Forever" in 2014.

February 25, 2015: Release of "Dope Walk" Video

ASAP Ferg released the video for "Dope Walk" on February 25, 2015.

2015: Collaboration with DJ TJ Mizell

ASAP Ferg began touring with DJ TJ Mizell, son of Jam Master Jay, in 2015.

2015: Directing Future's Music Video

ASAP Ferg directed the music video for Future's "Thought It Was a Drought" in late 2015.

April 22, 2016: Release of "Always Strive and Prosper"

ASAP Ferg released his second studio album "Always Strive and Prosper" on April 22, 2016.

August 11, 2016: "New Level" Certified Gold

ASAP Ferg's single "New Level" was certified gold on August 11, 2016.

2016: Release of Second Album "Always Strive and Prosper"

ASAP Ferg released his second studio album, "Always Strive and Prosper," in 2016.

June 9, 2017: Release of "Look At Us Now"

Lost Kings released "Look At Us Now" featuring ASAP Ferg and Ally Brooke on June 9, 2017.

2017: Release of Single "Plain Jane" and Mixtape "Still Striving"

In 2017, ASAP Ferg released the single "Plain Jane" and the mixtape "Still Striving."

2018: Tiffany's Ad and Adidas World Cup Advert

In 2018, ASAP Ferg appeared in a Tiffany's ad and narrated the Adidas World Cup advert.

September 1, 2020: Alleged Departure from A$AP Mob

On September 1, 2020, rumors circulated about A$AP Ferg's departure from the A$AP Mob, which were later denied by A$AP Nast and the official A$AP Mob Twitter account.

September 25, 2020: Release of "Floor Seats II"

A$AP Ferg released his fifth studio album, "Floor Seats II," on September 25, 2020. The album features collaborations with notable artists like Marilyn Manson, Dennis Rodman, and Mulatto.

2020: Appearance on Run the Jewels' Album

ASAP Ferg appeared on Run the Jewels' album "RTJ4" in 2020.

2020: Release of Single "Move Ya Hips"

ASAP Ferg released the single "Move Ya Hips," featuring Nicki Minaj and MadeinTYO, in 2020.

October 2021: Name Change to FERG

In October 2021, FERG announced he would be going by FERG for his solo career, dropping the "A$AP" prefix. Roc Nation clarified that he was still a part of A$AP Mob.