History of Juicy J in Timeline
Jordan Michael Houston III, or Juicy J, is a rapper, songwriter, and producer from Memphis, Tennessee. He is a founding member of Three 6 Mafia, formed in 1991, releasing ten studio albums and starting as an underground act, before signing with Loud Records/Columbia Records in 2000. Their 2005 single "Stay Fly" was commercially successful, peaking at number 13 on the Billboard Hot 100. Also in 2005, they recorded "It's Hard out Here for a Pimp" for the film Hustle & Flow, winning an Academy Award for Best Original Song.
1991: Co-founding Three 6 Mafia
In 1991, Juicy J co-founded the Southern hip-hop group Three 6 Mafia.
1994: Launching Hypnotize Minds
In 1994, Juicy J and DJ Paul left Prophet Entertainment to their business partner and launched Hypnotize Minds.
1995: Release of Mystic Stylez
In 1995, Three 6 Mafia released their first official album called Mystic Stylez.
1999: Writing "Slob on My Knob"
In 1999, Juicy J wrote the lyrics for the Three 6 Mafia track "Slob on My Knob" while in 11th grade.
2000: Signing with Loud Records
In 2000, Three 6 Mafia attained mainstream recognition and signed with Loud Records, an imprint of Columbia Records.
July 2, 2002: Release of Chronicles of the Juice Man
On July 2, 2002, Juicy J released his solo debut studio album Chronicles of the Juice Man, under North North Records.
2002: Release of Chronicles of the Juice Man
In 2002, Juicy J released his first studio album, Chronicles of the Juice Man.
2005: "Stay Fly" and Academy Award Win
In 2005, Three 6 Mafia's single "Stay Fly" peaked at number 13 on the Billboard Hot 100, achieving commercial success. The group also recorded "It's Hard out Here for a Pimp" for the film Hustle & Flow, which won an Academy Award for Best Original Song that year.
2006: Academy Award Win
In 2006, Juicy J, along with DJ Paul, Crunchy Black, and Frayser Boy, won an Academy Award for Best Original Song for "It's Hard out Here for a Pimp".
June 16, 2009: Release of Hustle Till I Die
On June 16, 2009, Juicy J released his second studio album Hustle Till I Die, under Hypnotize Minds and Select-O-Hits.
2009: Focus on Solo Career
From 2009, Juicy J began to focus on his solo career, moving away from Three 6 Mafia and collaborating with Wiz Khalifa.
2009: Release of Hustle Till I Die
In 2009, Juicy J released his second studio album, Hustle Till I Die.
December 2011: Joining Taylor Gang
In December 2011, Juicy J officially joined Wiz Khalifa's Taylor Gang imprint as a member, part-owner, and A&R representative.
2011: Solo Career and Hiatus
In 2011, Juicy J pursued his solo career during Three 6 Mafia's hiatus.
May 2012: Featured in Source Magazine
In May 2012, Juicy J was featured on the cover of Source Magazine alongside his Taylor Gang label-mates.
September 2012: Securing Recording Contract with Columbia Records and Kemosabe Records
In September 2012, Juicy J secured a recording contract with Columbia Records and Dr. Luke's Kemosabe Records.
November 2012: Announcement of Stay Trippy
In November 2012, Juicy J announced his third studio album Stay Trippy, planned for release in 2013.
2012: Signing with Kemosabe Records and Taylor Gang Entertainment
In 2012, Juicy J signed with Dr. Luke's Kemosabe Records and Wiz Khalifa's Taylor Gang Entertainment.
January 20, 2013: Performance at Paid Dues Festival
On January 20, 2013, it was announced that Juicy J would perform at the 2013 Paid Dues festival on March 30, 2013.
January 25, 2013: Release of "Show Out"
On January 25, 2013, Juicy J released "Show Out" featuring Big Sean and Young Jeezy, as the second single from Stay Trippy.
January 30, 2013: Announcement of "Never Sober" Concert Tour
On January 30, 2013, Juicy J announced his "Never Sober" concert tour, which began on February 20, 2014.
March 30, 2013: Performance at Paid Dues Festival
On March 30, 2013, Juicy J performed at the Paid Dues Festival.
June 2013: Release of "Bounce It"
In June 2013, Juicy J released the album's third single "Bounce It".
August 23, 2013: Release and Debut of Stay Trippy
On August 23, 2013, Juicy J's album Stay Trippy was released, debuting at number 4 on the Billboard 200.
September 10, 2013: Featured on Mike Will Made It song
On September 10, 2013, Juicy J was featured in a song by Mike Will Made It which featured Miley Cyrus and Wiz Khalifa.
September 17, 2013: Release of "Dark Horse"
On September 17, 2013, Juicy J was featured on Katy Perry's single "Dark Horse" from her fourth album Prism.
2013: Planned Collaboration on Stay Trippy
In 2013, Juicy J planned collaborations for Stay Trippy with various artists, including Wiz Khalifa, The Weeknd, and Lil Wayne.
2013: Release of Stay Trippy
In 2013, Juicy J's album Stay Trippy peaked at number four on the Billboard 200.
January 7, 2014: Announcement of Fourth Studio Album
On January 7, 2014, Juicy J announced his fourth studio album, initially titled The Hustle Continues, would be released in 2014.
February 20, 2014: "Never Sober" Concert Tour Began
On February 20, 2014, Juicy J's "Never Sober" concert tour began, with support from Travis Scott and Project Pat on select dates.
August 7, 2014: Release of "Low"
On August 7, 2014, Juicy J released the song "Low" featuring Nicki Minaj, Lil Bibby, and Young Thug.
2014: Previous Plans for 'The Hustle Continues' Album
In 2014, Juicy J initially planned for his fourth album to be titled "The Hustle Continues" but this version was later scrapped.
April 14, 2015: Release of "For Everybody"
On April 14, 2015, Juicy J released the song "For Everybody" featuring Wiz Khalifa and R. City.
July 2016: Marriage to Regina Perera
In July 2016, Juicy J married his longtime girlfriend, Regina Perera.
August 5, 2016: Announcement of Rubba Band Business Album
On August 5, 2016, Juicy J announced a new album Rubba Band Business set to debut in the fall of 2016, and released the single "No English" featuring Travis Scott.
September 28, 2016: Release of "Ballin" with Kanye West
On September 28, 2016, Juicy J released a new song "Ballin" with Kanye West on the hook.
November 21, 2016: Premiere of "Gimme Gimme"
On November 21, 2016, Juicy J premiered a new song, "Gimme Gimme" featuring Slim Jxmmi of Rae Sremmurd.
September 18, 2017: Release of Highly Intoxicated Mixtape
On September 18, 2017, Juicy J released a mixtape called Highly Intoxicated featuring production largely by rap duo Suicideboys.
December 8, 2017: Release of Rubba Band Business Album
On December 8, 2017, Juicy J released the album Rubba Band Business.
2017: Release of Rubba Band Business
In 2017, Juicy J's fourth album, Rubba Band Business, was released but met with commercial failure.
2018: Birth of Daughter
In 2018, Juicy J and Regina Perera welcomed their daughter.
2018: Release of Standalone Singles
Throughout late 2018, Juicy J released the standalone single "Neighbor" featuring Travis Scott.
2019: Release of Additional Standalone Singles
Throughout 2019, Juicy J released the standalone singles "Let Me See" featuring Lil Skies and Kevin Gates, and "Three Point Stance" featuring City Girls and Megan Thee Stallion.
July 31, 2020: Announcement of The Hustle Continues and Release of "Gah Damn High"
On July 31, 2020, Juicy J announced his fifth studio album would be called The Hustle Continues and released "Gah Damn High" featuring Wiz Khalifa as the lead single.
2020: Birth of Son
In 2020, Juicy J and Regina Perera welcomed their son.
2020: Release of The Hustle Continues
In 2020, Juicy J returned to an independent career with the release of his fifth album, The Hustle Continues.
February 9, 2024: Featured on "This Lil' Game We Play"
On February 9, 2024, Juicy J was featured on Jermaine Dupri's single "This Lil' Game We Play," along with Nelly and Ashanti.
January 10, 2025: Death of Nephew, Patrick Houston Jr.
On January 10, 2025, Patrick Houston Jr., the son of Project Pat and Juicy J's nephew, was fatally shot in Memphis.
