Doja Cat's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Doja Cat. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Doja Cat, born Amala Ratna Zandile Dlamini, is a prominent American rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer. Recognized as the "Queen of Pop-Rap," she is celebrated for her versatility, captivating live performances, and engaging online persona. Acknowledged by Billboard as a leading global pop star and a defining figure of contemporary pop music, Doja Cat was also listed as one of Time's most influential people in 2023, solidifying her impact on music and popular culture.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles

August 2018: Viral Success of "Mooo!"

In August 2018, Doja Cat self-published the music video for "Mooo!", which quickly gained viral success as an internet meme.

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2018: Start of high record sales

From 2018 to 2022, Doja Cat sold over 34 million records, establishing herself as one of the best-selling female rappers of all time.

August 2019: Release of "Juicy" Remix and Chart Debut

In August 2019, a remix version of Doja Cat's song "Juicy" featuring Tyga was released, marking her first entry on the Billboard Hot 100.

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May 2020: "Say So" Remix featuring Nicki Minaj Tops Billboard Hot 100

In May 2020, the remix of "Say So" featuring Nicki Minaj topped the Billboard Hot 100, becoming the first number-one single for both artists and the first-ever female rap collaboration to peak atop the chart.

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2020: Rankings and Recognition in 2020

In 2020, Billboard ranked Doja Cat at number five on both the Top New Artists and Top Female Artists charts in the United States. Rolling Stone ranked her at number one on their list of the ten biggest breakthrough artists. Forbes named her "one of the top breakout stars of 2020" and included her on their 30 Under 30 list. She was also the fourth most-Googled musician in the United States during 2020.

2020: Performance and Award at MTV Europe Music Awards

In 2020, Doja Cat performed a metal rendition of "Say So" at the MTV Europe Music Awards ceremony. She also won the award for Best New Act at the event. However, her performance was criticized for sampling Plini's "Handmade Cities" without permission, and she later apologized to Plini via social media.

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2020: Start of Accolades

Since 2020, Doja Cat has won hundreds of accolades, including a Grammy Award from 19 nominations, six Billboard Music Awards, five American Music Awards, six MTV Video Music Awards and eight iHeartRadio Music Awards.

May 2021: Billboard Music Award and Performance

In May 2021, Doja Cat won the award for Top Female R&B Artist at the Billboard Music Awards, where she performed "Kiss Me More" with SZA.

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2021: Chart Success and Awards in 2021

In 2021, Doja Cat achieved significant chart success and recognition. She was featured on Lil Nas X's album Montero and Young Thug's album Punk, reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 Songwriters chart, and became the first rapper to have three top 10 songs on the US Mainstream Top 40. She was also the bestselling female R&B and hip-hop artist in the US, with Planet Her being the sixth best-selling album in the US and fifth most streamed globally on Spotify. Additionally, she was nominated for eight awards at the 64th Annual Grammy Awards.

2021: Release and Success of Planet Her

In 2021, Doja Cat's third studio album, Planet Her, achieved significant success, spending forty-one weeks in the Billboard 200's top 10 and becoming the 10th best-selling album globally.

2022: End of high record sales

From 2018 to 2022, Doja Cat sold over 34 million records, establishing herself as one of the best-selling female rappers of all time.

2022: XXL Awards and Grammy Win in 2022

In 2022, Doja Cat won the awards for Female Rapper of the Year and Performer of the Year at the XXL Awards. "Kiss Me More" also won the Grammy Award for Best Pop Duo Performance.

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August 2023: "Paint the Town Red" Release and Chart Success

In early August 2023, Doja Cat released "Paint the Town Red", which became her first solo song to top the charts in the United States, the United Kingdom, and the Billboard Global 200 chart. The album title was revealed to be Scarlet in mid-August 2023.

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2023: Release of Scarlet and Success of "Paint the Town Red"

In 2023, Doja Cat released her fourth studio album, Scarlet, which peaked within the top five of the Billboard 200, with its lead single "Paint the Town Red" topping various charts internationally.

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2023: Inclusion in Time 100

In 2023, Time included Doja Cat in the Time 100 list of the 100 most influential people in the world, and she was featured on one of the four covers of the year's issue.

2023: Recognized as an Influential Person

In 2023, Time listed Doja Cat as one of the world's most influential people.

January 27, 2024: "Paint the Town Red" Tops Triple J Hottest 100

On January 27, 2024, Doja Cat's single "Paint the Town Red" was listed number one in the Triple J Hottest 100, making her the first female rapper and first woman of color to top the list.

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2024: Billboard Ranking

In 2024, Billboard ranked Doja Cat as the 24th top woman artist and 2nd female rapper of the 21st century, five years after her first charted record.

2025: Billboard Ranking

In 2025, Billboard ranked Doja Cat at number 24 on its "Top 100 Women Artists of the 21st Century" list. "Paint the Town Red" is the first rap song in history to top the Billboard Global Excl. U.S chart.

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