Career Timeline of Andra Day: Major Achievements and Milestones

Discover the career path of Andra Day, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Andra Day, born Cassandra Monique Batie, is an accomplished American R&B and soul singer, songwriter, and actress. Recognized by a Grammy Award, a Children's and Family Emmy Award, and a Golden Globe Award, she also received an Academy Award nomination. Day's career spans music and film, marking her as a prominent figure in entertainment.

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2010: Discovered by Stevie Wonder's Wife

In 2010, Andra Day was noticed by Stevie Wonder's wife, Kai Millard, while performing at a strip mall, leading to her discovery by Stevie Wonder.

2011: Signing with Buskin Records

In 2011, Andra Day signed a development deal with Buskin Records.

2013: Jeffrey Evans Becomes Manager

In 2013, Andra Day asked Jeffrey Evans to be her manager.

2014: Sundance Film Festival Performance

In 2014, Andra Day performed at the Sundance Film Festival and caught the attention of Spike Lee.

August 28, 2015: Release of Cheers to the Fall

On August 28, 2015, Andra Day's first studio album, "Cheers to the Fall", was released and received critical acclaim.

September 2015: Opening for Lenny Kravitz

In August and September 2015, Andra Day's first national tour took place when she opened for Lenny Kravitz.

September 2015: "Rise Up" Featured in Beats Ad

In September 2015, Andra Day's song "Rise Up" was featured in an advertisement for Beats by Dre featuring Serena Williams.

October 2015: "Rise Up" at the White House

In October 2015, Andra Day sang "Rise Up" at The White House and performed for A&E's live special, Shining a Light: A Concert for Progress on Race in America.

December 2015: Apple TV Commercial with Stevie Wonder

In December 2015, Andra Day appeared alongside Stevie Wonder in an Apple TV commercial.

2015: Performances and Appearances

In 2015, Andra Day performed at the BET Awards, Special Olympics closing ceremonies, Essence Music Festival, and on various television shows.

2015: Debut Album Release

In 2015, Andra Day released her debut album, "Cheers to the Fall".

May 2016: McDonald's and Coca-Cola Partnership

In May 2016, Andra Day partnered with McDonald's and Coca-Cola, featuring her image and lyrics from "Rise Up" on 50 million cups.

June 2016: Essence Music Festival Sweepstakes

In June 2016, McDonald's cup purchasers could enter a sweepstakes to see Andra Day perform at the Essence Music Festival.

November 2016: Cheers to the Fall Tour Begins

In November 2016, Andra Day's Cheers to the Fall Tour began in her hometown of San Diego.

December 2016: Billboard Women in Music Powerhouse Award

In December 2016, Andra Day received the Powerhouse Award at the Billboard Women in Music event.

2016: Grammy Nominations

In 2016, Andra Day received two Grammy Award nominations for her R&B Album, Cheers to the Fall, and her performance for "Rise Up".

2017: "Stand Up for Something" Release

In 2017, Andra Day appeared on the song "Stand Up for Something" with rapper Common for the film Marshall. The single was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Original Song.

March 2018: Academy Awards Performance

In March 2018, Andra Day and Common performed "Stand Up for Something" at the 90th Academy Awards.

March 24, 2018: March for Our Lives Performance

On March 24, 2018, Andra Day performed with the Baltimore Children's Choir at the March for Our Lives rally in Washington, D.C.

2018: Daytime Emmy Nomination

In 2018, Andra Day received a Daytime Emmy Award nomination for her live performance of "Rise Up" on The View.

2020: Golden Globe Win

For the 2020 film The United States vs. Billie Holiday, Andra Day won Best Actress in a Motion Picture - Drama at the Golden Globes and received a nomination for Best Original Song for "Tigress and Tweed".

2020: Most Requested Artist

In 2020, Andra Day became one of the most-requested artists among Jazz Joy and Roy Global Radio listeners.

2021: Acting Debut and Awards

In 2021, Andra Day made her acting debut portraying Billie Holiday in "The United States vs. Billie Holiday", for which she won a Golden Globe Award and received an Academy Award nomination. She also won a Grammy for the film's soundtrack.

2021: We the People Emmy Win

In 2021, Andra Day was involved as a writer and song performer on the American educational television series We the People, winning the Children's and Family Emmy Award for Outstanding Short Form Program.