Bryson Tiller is an American singer-songwriter known for his unique blend of hip hop and R&B. He rose to fame in 2015 with his hit single "Don't" which went multi-platinum and propelled his debut album "Trapsoul" into the Billboard Top 10. Hailing from Louisville, Kentucky, Tiller initially gained recognition from his 2011 mixtape "Killer Instinct Vol. 1" before breaking into mainstream success.
January 2, 1993: Birth of Bryson Tiller
Bryson Djuan Tiller was born on January 2, 1993 in Louisville, Kentucky.
2011: Debut Mixtape: Killer Instinct Vol. 1
Bryson Tiller embarked on his music career in 2011 by releasing his debut mixtape, "Killer Instinct Vol. 1", marking his initial foray into the music scene.
2013: Birth of Daughter and Career Break
Bryson Tiller became a father in 2013 and took a break from music to focus on raising his daughter, Harley, while working at Papa John's and UPS.
October 2014: "Don't" Uploaded to SoundCloud
Bryson Tiller's debut single, "Don't," was uploaded to his SoundCloud account in October 2014, where it started gaining traction and caught the attention of industry insiders.
May 2015: "Don't" Released on iTunes
Following its initial success on SoundCloud, "Don't" was officially released on iTunes for digital download in May 2015, later becoming the lead single of his debut studio album.
August 25, 2015: Signing with RCA Records
After garnering attention from music industry figures like Timbaland and Drake, Bryson Tiller officially signed a record deal with RCA Records on August 25, 2015.
September 2015: Featured in Rolling Stone's "10 New Artists You Need to Know"
Bryson Tiller's rising prominence was acknowledged in September 2015 when Rolling Stone magazine included him in their list of "10 New Artists You Need to Know."
October 2, 2015: Release of Debut Album "Trapsoul"
Bryson Tiller released his highly anticipated debut studio album, "Trapsoul," on October 2, 2015, which debuted at number 11 on the Billboard 200 chart and peaked at number eight.
2015: Breakthrough with "Don't" and Signing with RCA Records
Bryson Tiller gained significant recognition in 2015 with the release of his single "Don't," which reached number 13 on the Billboard Hot 100. The success of "Don't" led to a recording contract with RCA Records, marking a turning point in his career.
January 2016: Trapsoul Tour
Bryson Tiller embarked on his "Trapsoul Tour" in January 2016 to promote his debut album, with the R&B duo THEY serving as the opening act.
March 12, 2016: Bryson Tiller Day in Louisville
In recognition of his achievements, March 12, 2016, was declared "Bryson Tiller Day" in Louisville by Mayor Greg Fischer, who also presented him with the key to the city.
March 2016: Key to the City of Louisville
Bryson Tiller's contributions to music were acknowledged in March 2016 when he received the key to the city from Louisville Mayor Greg Fischer.
May 2016: Television Debut on "Late Night with Seth Meyers"
Bryson Tiller made his first US television appearance in May 2016, performing "Exchange" on the late-night talk show "Late Night with Seth Meyers."
June 26, 2016: Performance and Awards at the BET Awards
Bryson Tiller made his mark at the BET Awards on June 26, 2016, where he not only delivered a performance but also received the awards for Best New Artist and Best Male R&B/Pop Artist.
July 2016: Collaboration on DJ Khaled's "Ima Be Alright"
Bryson Tiller collaborated with DJ Khaled and rapper Future on the song "Ima Be Alright," which was featured on DJ Khaled's ninth studio album, "Major Key," released in July 2016.
September 2016: Featured on Travis Scott's "First Take"
In September 2016, Bryson Tiller appeared on the track "First Take" from rapper Travis Scott's second studio album, "Birds in the Trap Sing McKnight."
January 2017: Featured in Forbes "30 Under 30"
Bryson Tiller's rising star in the music industry was recognized in January 2017 when he was included in Forbes magazine's prestigious "30 Under 30" list.
April 12, 2017: Completion of "True to Self" Album
Bryson Tiller announced the completion of his second album, "True to Self," on April 12, 2017, through a tweet.
May 11, 2017: "True to Self" Artwork Reveal and Release Date Change
On May 11, 2017, Bryson Tiller unveiled the artwork for "True to Self" and surprised fans by announcing an earlier release date of June 23, 2017, also releasing three new tracks.
June 2017: Partnership with Nike for Wyandotte Park and Release of "Wild Thoughts"
Bryson Tiller teamed up with Nike, Inc. in June 2017 to contribute to a new Wyandotte Park project. That same month, DJ Khaled released "Wild Thoughts," featuring Tiller and Rihanna, which peaked at number two on the Billboard Hot 100.
June 23, 2017: Initial Release Date for "True to Self"
June 23, 2017, was the intended release date for "True to Self," although the album was ultimately released a month earlier than planned.
August 2017: Collaboration with Jazmine Sullivan on "Insecure"
Bryson Tiller collaborated with singer Jazmine Sullivan on the single "Insecure" in August 2017, which served as the title track for the HBO series of the same name.
2017: Release of "True to Self" and Collaboration with DJ Khaled
Bryson Tiller released his second studio album, "True to Self," which debuted at the top of the Billboard 200 in 2017. That same year, he collaborated with DJ Khaled and Rihanna on the hit single "Wild Thoughts," further solidifying his presence in the music industry.
2018: Collaboration with H.E.R. on "Could've Been"
In 2018, Bryson Tiller collaborated with singer H.E.R. on her single "Could've Been," which garnered Grammy Award nominations.
2019: Working on "Serenity" Album
In 2019, Bryson Tiller revealed that he was in the process of working on a new album titled "Serenity," but its release was pending sample clearances.
April 2020: Release of "Slept on You"
Bryson Tiller surprised fans in April 2020 with the release of the song "Slept on You" through his SoundCloud account.
June 2020: High School Graduation
In June 2020, Bryson Tiller graduated from Iroquois High School in his hometown of Louisville, Kentucky.
September 3, 2020: Release of "Inhale"
Bryson Tiller released "Inhale" on September 3, 2020, accompanied by an announcement on social media hinting at a new album release in the fall of 2020.
October 2, 2020: Release of "Anniversary" Album
Bryson Tiller's third studio album, "Anniversary," was released on October 2, 2020, marking the fifth anniversary of his debut album, "Trapsoul." This album notably featured a guest appearance by Drake.
October 8, 2020: Premiere of "Blunt Talk" with Travis Scott
An unreleased collaboration between Bryson Tiller and Travis Scott, titled "Blunt Talk," was premiered by Scott on October 8, 2020, during an episode of his .Wav radio show on Apple Music.
2020: Creation of Community Phone Number
In 2020, Bryson Tiller established a community phone number as a unique way to connect with his fans and share updates directly.
2020: Release of "Anniversary" Album
Bryson Tiller released his third album, "Anniversary," in 2020, which also achieved commercial success by reaching the top ten of the Billboard 200 chart.
February 26, 2021: Release of Deluxe Edition of "Anniversary"
An expanded deluxe edition of "Anniversary" was released on February 26, 2021, featuring five additional tracks, including a collaboration with rapper Big Sean.
October 21, 2021: Featured on Jack Harlow's "Luv is Dro"
Jack Harlow released "Luv is Dro" as a single and music video on October 21, 2021, featuring Bryson Tiller and posthumous vocals from Static Major.
October 31, 2021: Release of "Killer Instinct 2: The Nightmare Before" Mixtape
Bryson Tiller surprised fans on October 31, 2021, by releasing a mixtape titled "Killer Instinct 2: The Nightmare Before" through a private link, offering a collection of freestyles over popular beats.
November 10, 2021: A Different Christmas Announcement
On November 10, 2021, Bryson Tiller revealed his plans for his first Christmas album, "A Different Christmas." Taking inspiration from artists like Ariana Grande and Justin Bieber, the album would go on to feature his daughter, Halo, and see a release later that month.
2021: Grammy Award Nomination for Work on H.E.R.'s Album
Bryson Tiller received Grammy Award nominations for his contributions to H.E.R.'s album "Back of My Mind," released in 2021.
2021: Release of Debut Holiday Album, "A Different Christmas"
In 2021, Bryson Tiller ventured into the holiday music genre with the release of his debut extended play (EP), "A Different Christmas," featuring the single "Lonely Christmas" with Justin Bieber and Poo Bear.
September 8, 2022: "Outside" Release
On September 8, 2022, Bryson Tiller dropped his new single "Outside," which sampled "Wait (The Whisper Song)" by The Ying Yang Twins, originally released in 2005.
October 18, 2022: "Outside" Music Video Release
On October 18, 2022, Bryson Tiller released the music video for his single "Outside." The video even featured an appearance from The Ying Yang Twins, whose song was sampled for the track.