History of Doechii in Timeline
Doechii, born Jaylah Ji'mya Hickmon, is an American rapper, singer, and songwriter. She rose to prominence on TikTok before signing with Top Dawg Entertainment and Capitol Records in 2022. Her single "What It Is", featuring Kodak Black, marked her debut on the Billboard Hot 100 in 2023 and earned a platinum certification from the RIAA, solidifying her presence in the music industry.
August 14, 1998: Doechii's Birth
On August 14, 1998, Jaylah Ji'mya Hickmon, known professionally as Doechii, was born. She is an American rapper, singer, and songwriter.
2011: "Anxiety" Sampled By Sleepy Hallow
In March of 2025, Doechii officially released the single "Anxiety" to digital streaming platforms, which prominently samples Gotye and Kimbra's 2011 single "Somebody That I Used to Know" and was originally a part of her 2019 self-released mixtape, Coven Music Session, Vol. 1. It had first been sampled by Sleepy Hallow for his eponymous 2023 song before Doechii's original version became popular on TikTok.
2014: Started Making Music
By 2014, Doechii had started making music during her high school years.
2016: Release of Debut Song "Girls"
In 2016, Doechii released her debut song "Girls" on SoundCloud under the name Iamdoechii.
2016: Protest Against Police Brutality
In 2016, Doechii sold hoodies with the phrase "Stay woke. Stay black." in protest of police brutality.
2019: Release of Coven Music Session, Vol. 1
In 2019, Doechii released one of her first projects, Coven Music Session, Vol. 1.
2019: Release of "Anxiety"
In March of 2025, Doechii officially released the single "Anxiety" to digital streaming platforms, which prominently samples Gotye and Kimbra's 2011 single "Somebody That I Used to Know" and was originally a part of her 2019 self-released mixtape, Coven Music Session, Vol. 1.
September 2020: Release of "Yucky Blucky Fruitcake"
In September 2020, Doechii released "Yucky Blucky Fruitcake" as a single from her EP, inspired by her reading The Artist's Way.
2020: Billboard Woman of the Year award
In 2025, Doechii became the second female rapper to receive the Billboard Woman of the Year award, following Cardi B in 2020.
2021: Collaboration on "Wat U Sed" and SZA Tour
In 2021, Doechii was featured on Isaiah Rashad's song "Wat U Sed" and was an opening act during SZA's tour.
March 2022: Signing with Capitol Records and Top Dawg Entertainment and Release of "Persuasive"
In March 2022, Doechii signed to Capitol Records and Top Dawg Entertainment and released her first single "Persuasive" through Top Dawg. She also appeared on David Guetta and Afrojack's song "Trampoline" alongside Missy Elliott and Bia.
April 2022: Release of "Crazy" with Music Video
In April 2022, Doechii released the song "Crazy" along with a music video.
July 2022: "Persuasive" Nomination for Push Performance of the Year
In July 2022, Doechii's performance of her song "Persuasive" was nominated for Push Performance of the Year at the 2022 MTV Video Music Awards.
August 5, 2022: Release of She / Her / Black Bitch EP
On August 5, 2022, Doechii released her second EP and first major label release, She / Her / Black Bitch.
2022: Signing with Top Dawg Entertainment and Capitol Records
In 2022, Doechii signed with Top Dawg Entertainment and Capitol Records after gaining attention on TikTok.
April 2023: Performance at Coachella
In April 2023, Doechii performed at Coachella.
2023: Acting Debut in Earth Mama
In 2023, Doechii made her acting debut in the drama film Earth Mama.
2023: "What It Is (Block Boy)" Entry on Billboard Hot 100
In 2023, Doechii's single "What It Is (Block Boy)" featuring Kodak Black, became her first entry on the Billboard Hot 100 and received platinum certification by the RIAA.
2023: "Anxiety" Sampled By Sleepy Hallow
In March of 2025, Doechii officially released the single "Anxiety" to digital streaming platforms, which prominently samples Gotye and Kimbra's 2011 single "Somebody That I Used to Know" and was originally a part of her 2019 self-released mixtape, Coven Music Session, Vol. 1. It had first been sampled by Sleepy Hallow for his eponymous 2023 song before Doechii's original version became popular on TikTok.
August 2024: Release of Alligator Bites Never Heal
In August 2024, Doechii released her third mixtape, Alligator Bites Never Heal, to critical acclaim. The mixtape won the Grammy Award for Best Rap Album at the 67th Annual Grammy Awards, making her the third woman to win in the category. Shortly after the event finished airing, she released the song "Nosebleeds" as a celebration of her win.
2024: Alligator Bites Never Heal Peaked on Billboard 200
In 2024, Doechii's third mixtape, Alligator Bites Never Heal, peaked at number 14 on the Billboard 200 and was met with critical acclaim. It spawned the singles "Nissan Altima" and "Denial Is a River".
2024: Sobriety Disclosure
In a 2024 interview with Joe Budden, Doechii disclosed that she had recently become sober following years of heavy drinking.
January 2025: Guest Judge on RuPaul's Drag Race and "Alter Ego" Featured
In January 2025, Doechii appeared as a guest judge on an episode of RuPaul's Drag Race season 17, with her song "Alter Ego" featured in a lip-sync competition, resulting in significant chart increases.
February 2025: Featured on Jennie's Song, "ExtraL"
In February 2025, Doechii appeared as a feature on Jennie's song, "ExtraL".
2025: Feature on Banks's "I Hate Your Ex-Girlfriend"
In 2025, Doechii featured on Banks's "I Hate Your Ex-Girlfriend" from her album Off with Her Head.
2025: Feature on "ExtraL" by Jennie
In 2025, Doechii was featured on the track "ExtraL" by Jennie.
2025: "Anxiety" Became Highest Charting Entry
In 2025, Doechii's single "Anxiety" became her highest charting entry on the Billboard Hot 100.
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