Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Fetty Wap

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Fetty Wap made an impact.

Fetty Wap, born Willie Junior Maxwell II, is an American rapper, singer, and songwriter who gained widespread fame in 2014 with his hit song "Trap Queen." This success led to a record deal with 300 Entertainment. He followed up with more hits like "679" and "My Way", which all contributed to the success of his debut album, "Fetty Wap" which topped the Billboard 200 chart. Known for his blend of singing and rapping, lighthearted lyrics, and catchy production, he is also recognized for his signature catchphrases like "1738!".

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2013: Interest in Music

In 2013, Fetty Wap developed an interest in making music, initially as a rapper before deciding to sing to do something different.

February 2014: "Trap Queen" Recording

In February 2014, Fetty Wap recorded the song "Trap Queen".

November 2014: "Trap Queen" Recognition and Recording Contract

In mid-November 2014, "Trap Queen" gained major recognition, becoming a platinum record. Fetty Wap also secured a recording contract with 300 Entertainment.

2014: "Trap Queen" Success and Record Deal

In 2014, Fetty Wap's song "Trap Queen" peaked at number two on the Billboard Hot 100. This success led him to sign with 300 Entertainment, an imprint of Atlantic Records in 2014.

August 1, 2015: Billboard Chart Records

During the week of July 26 to August 1, 2015, Fetty Wap matched Billboard marks, becoming the first male rapper with three songs in the top 20 since Eminem in 2013, and first in four years to have concurrent top 10 singles since Lil Wayne in 2011.

September 25, 2015: Debut Album Release

On September 25, 2015, Fetty Wap's debut studio album, Fetty Wap, was released and debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200.

2015: Chart-topping Singles and Debut Album

In 2015, Fetty Wap had two singles, "679" and "My Way," which both peaked within the top ten of the Billboard chart. These singles, as well as "Again," preceded his debut album which also came out in 2015 and peaked atop the Billboard 200.

April 2016: "Wake Up" Single Release and Music Video

In April 2016, Fetty Wap released the single "Wake Up". The official music video was filmed at his alma mater, Eastside High School.

2016: Moderate Success with Singles and Guest Appearance

In 2016, Fetty Wap experienced moderate success with singles "Jimmy Choo" and "Wake Up", and also made a guest appearance on Fifth Harmony's single "All In My Head (Flex)."