History of Giveon in Timeline

Giveon Dezmann Evans, known as Giveon, is an American R&B singer-songwriter. He gained significant recognition in 2020 with his song "Chicago Freestyle," which reached number 14 on the Billboard Hot 100. That year, he signed with Epic Records and released two EPs, "Take Time" (nominated for a Grammy Award) and "When It's All Said and Done." His single "Heartbreak Anniversary" from "Take Time" achieved quintuple platinum certification by the RIAA and peaked at number 16 on the Billboard chart, solidifying his place in the R&B music scene.

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February 21, 1995: Giveon's Birth

On February 21, 1995, Giveon Dezmann Evans, known professionally as Giveon, was born.

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August 2018: Release of Debut Single "Garden Kisses"

In August 2018, Giveon self-released his debut single, "Garden Kisses."

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November 2019: Release of "Like I Want You" and Touring with Snoh Aalegra

In November 2019, Giveon released the single "Like I Want You". Shortly after, he served as an opening act for Snoh Aalegra on her Ugh, A Mini Tour Again in Europe and North America.

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2019: Touring with Snoh Aalegra

In 2019, Giveon toured with Snoh Aalegra. During the tour, Giveon would often freestyle, which led to the collaboration with Drake on "Chicago Freestyle."

February 2020: Featured on Drake's "Chicago Freestyle"

In February 2020, Giveon was featured on Drake's single "Chicago Freestyle", which was initially uploaded to SoundCloud and YouTube.

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March 2020: Release of Debut EP 'Take Time'

In March 2020, Giveon released his debut EP, Take Time, produced by Sevn Thomas. The EP topped Billboard's Heatseekers Albums chart.

May 2020: "Chicago Freestyle" Release on Streaming Platforms

In May 2020, "Chicago Freestyle" was officially released on streaming platforms alongside Drake's mixtape, Dark Lane Demo Tapes. The song peaked at number 14 on the Billboard Hot 100.

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September 2020: Announcement of Second EP 'When It's All Said and Done'

In September 2020, Giveon announced the release of his second EP, When It's All Said and Done, and released its lead single, "Stuck on You".

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October 2, 2020: Release of 'When It's All Said and Done' EP

On October 2, 2020, Giveon's EP, When It's All Said and Done, debuted at number 93 on the Billboard 200.

December 2020: "Like I Want You" Certified Gold and Grammy Nomination

In December 2020, "Like I Want You" was certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America. Giveon also received his first Grammy Award nomination for Take Time, which was nominated for Best R&B Album at the 2021 Grammy Awards.

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2020: Rise to Prominence

In 2020, Giveon rose to prominence with the song "Chicago Freestyle" (with Drake), which peaked at number 14 on the Billboard Hot 100. Giveon also signed with Epic Records and released two extended plays: Take Time and When It's All Said and Done.

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February 27, 2021: Billboard Hot 100 Entries

During the week of February 27, 2021, Giveon had two new entries on the Billboard Hot 100 with "Heartbreak Anniversary" and "Like I Want You", entering the chart at numbers 74 and 95, respectively.

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2021: Success with "Peaches" and Album Compilation

In 2021, Giveon guest performed on Justin Bieber's hit single "Peaches", which reached number one on the Billboard Global 200 and Hot 100. His EPs were compiled into the album When It's All Said and Done... Take Time, which peaked at number five on the Billboard 200. He also performed on Drake's song "In the Bible" with Lil Durk.

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