History of Lil Durk in Timeline
"Lil Durk", born Durk Devontay Banks, is a Chicago-based rapper who rose to fame through his mixtape series "Signed to the Streets". His early success led him to sign with Def Jam Recordings, where he released two studio albums, "Remember My Name" and "Lil Durk 2X". Despite moderate commercial success, he left the label in 2018.
October 19, 1992: Birth of Lil Durk
Durk Devontay Banks, known professionally as Lil Durk, was born on October 19, 1992.
2010: Only the Family Formation
Lil Durk formed the collective Only the Family in 2010.
2010: Founding of Only the Family (OTF)
Lil Durk founded the Chicago-based collective and record label Only the Family (OTF) in 2010.
2010: Early Music Releases
In 2010, Lil Durk released freestyles and singles, including "Lamron Wasted" and "L's Bitch" featuring Lil Reese, marking his initial foray into music.
August 26, 2011: Debut Mixtape "I'm A Hitta"
Lil Durk released his debut mixtape, "I'm A Hitta," on August 26, 2011.
October 2011: Legal Troubles and Incarceration
Lil Durk faced legal issues in October 2011, serving time due to gun charges, including possession of a firearm with a defaced serial number.
2011: Arrest for Weapons Charge
Lil Durk was arrested on a weapons charge in late 2011, released on bond, and later sentenced to three months.
April 3, 2012: Mixtape "I'm Still A Hitta"
Lil Durk's second mixtape, "I'm Still A Hitta," was released on April 3, 2012.
September 4, 2012: Lil JoJo's Death
On September 4, 2012, Lil JoJo, a rapper who was involved in a rivalry with Lil Durk and Chief Keef, was shot and killed. This event marked the end of their feud, which had escalated through diss tracks like Durk's "Ls Anthem" and JoJo's "BDK (300K)".
September 22, 2012: "Life Ain't No Joke" Reaches 216,000 Downloads
By September 22, 2012, Lil Durk's mixtape "Life Ain't No Joke" had been downloaded over 216,000 times on DatPiff.
October 19, 2012: Third Mixtape "Life Ain't No Joke"
Lil Durk's third mixtape, "Life Ain't No Joke," was released on October 19, 2012.
December 2012: Release of "L's Anthem" Remix
Lil Durk released the remix of his track "L's Anthem," featuring French Montana, in December 2012.
June 5, 2013: Arrest for Unlawful Use of a Weapon
Lil Durk was arrested on June 5, 2013, for allegedly throwing a loaded .40 caliber handgun into his car as police approached. He was charged with unlawful use of a weapon by a felon and held on $100,000 bond.
July 18, 2013: Release from Jail
Lil Durk was released from jail on July 18, 2013, after a witness claimed ownership of the gun.
October 14, 2013: Mixtape "Signed to the Streets"
Lil Durk's fourth mixtape, "Signed to the Streets," was released on October 14, 2013, exclusively on DatPiff.
October 22, 2013: Working on Debut Album
In an interview on October 22, 2013, Lil Durk announced that he was working on his debut album under Def Jam Recordings.
2013: Signing with Def Jam Recordings
Lil Durk's success with his "Signed to the Streets" mixtape series led to a record deal with Def Jam Recordings in 2013.
May 31, 2014: Death of OTF Nunu
Lil Durk's cousin, OTF Nunu, also known as Nuski, was shot and killed on May 31, 2014.
July 7, 2014: Mixtape "Signed to the Streets 2"
Lil Durk released his fifth mixtape, "Signed to the Streets 2," on July 7, 2014.
August 2014: Reconciliation with Chief Keef
In August 2014, Lil Durk decided to put their differences aside and end his feud with fellow Chicago rapper, Chief Keef. The feud, which stemmed from label issues and diss tracks, had been ongoing for two years.
2014: Feuds with The Game and Tyga
In 2014, Lil Durk became embroiled in a public feud with California rappers The Game and Tyga following the release of their remix to Nicki Minaj's "Chiraq." The feud escalated through social media exchanges and diss tracks, with Durk even threatening Tyga and boasting about an alleged affair with The Game's ex-fiancée. However, Durk squashed the feuds with both rappers within eight months.
2014: Continued Success with Mixtapes
Lil Durk continued to release mixtapes in 2014, further solidifying his presence in the music industry.
March 25, 2015: Announcement of Debut Album Title
Lil Durk announced the title of his debut studio album, "Remember My Name," on March 25, 2015.
March 27, 2015: Death of OTF Chino Dolla
Lil Durk's friend and manager, Uchenna "OTF Chino Dolla" Agina, was shot and killed on March 27, 2015.
March 31, 2015: Release of "Like Me"
The lead single from "Remember My Name," titled "Like Me" and featuring Jeremih, was released on March 31, 2015.
April 20, 2015: Delay of "Remember My Name"
The release of "Remember My Name" was delayed from May 12, 2015, with a new release date of June 2, 2015.
May 12, 2015: Initial Release Date for "Remember My Name"
Lil Durk initially planned to release "Remember My Name" on May 12, 2015.
June 2, 2015: "Remember My Name" Charts on Billboard 200
"Remember My Name" debuted and peaked at number 14 on the Billboard 200 chart on June 2, 2015.
June 2, 2015: Release of "Remember My Name"
Lil Durk's debut album, "Remember My Name," was released on June 2, 2015, after being delayed.
November 20, 2015: Release of "My Beyoncé"
The single "My Beyoncé," featuring Dej Loaf, was released on November 20, 2015, in promotion of the "300 Days, 300 Nights" mixtape.
December 15, 2015: Mixtape "300 Days, 300 Nights"
Lil Durk released his sixth mixtape, "300 Days, 300 Nights," on December 15, 2015.
2015: Debut Album "Remember My Name"
Lil Durk released his debut studio album, "Remember My Name," under Def Jam Recordings in 2015.
January 13, 2016: Music Video Release for "My Beyoncé"
The official music video for "My Beyoncé" was released on January 13, 2016.
June 10, 2016: Release of "True"
The single "True" from the album "Lil Durk 2X" was released on June 10, 2016.
July 22, 2016: Release of "Lil Durk 2X" and "Money Walk"
Lil Durk's second studio album, "Lil Durk 2X," and the single "Money Walk," featuring Yo Gotti, were released on July 22, 2016.
August 19, 2016: Charges Dropped
On August 19, 2016 charges against Lil Durk for disregarding probation when he was arrested on felony gun charges, were dropped.
December 7, 2016: "Like Me" Certified Gold
Lil Durk's single "Like Me" from his debut album, "Remember My Name," was certified gold by the RIAA on December 7, 2016.
2016: Reunion with Famous Dex
During the 2016 BET Awards, Lil Durk reconnected with fellow rapper Famous Dex. The two had attended Paul Robeson High School together but had lost contact after dropping out.
2016: Second Album "Lil Durk 2X"
Lil Durk released his second studio album, "Lil Durk 2X," in 2016.
February 28, 2017: Release of "Love Songs for the Streets" Mixtape
On February 28, 2017, Lil Durk released the mixtape "Love Songs for the Streets." This was the first of several mixtapes he released throughout 2017, showcasing his musical creativity and work ethic during the year.
June 5, 2017: "My Beyoncé" Certified Gold
Lil Durk's single "My Beyoncé" was certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) on June 5, 2017.
August 11, 2017: Release of "Supa Vultures" Mixtape
On August 11, 2017, Lil Durk collaborated with Lil Reese to release a mixtape titled "Supa Vultures." This project was one of several significant releases from Durk in 2017, highlighting his collaborative efforts.
October 19, 2017: Release of "Signed to the Streets 2.5" Mixtape
Lil Durk released another mixtape, "Signed to the Streets 2.5," on October 19, 2017. This was part of his series of releases in 2017, further cementing his place in the music industry.
December 8, 2017: Release of "Bloodas" Mixtape
On December 8, 2017, Lil Durk released "Bloodas," a collaborative mixtape with Tee Grizzley. This mixtape was the only one among his 2017 releases to chart on the Billboard 200, peaking at number 96, marking a significant career milestone.
2017: Love Songs 4 the Streets Release
Lil Durk released his mixtape, Love Songs 4 the Streets, in 2017.
March 2018: Release of "Just Cause Y'all Waited" Mixtape
Lil Durk independently released his mixtape "Just Cause Y'all Waited" in March 2018.
March 29, 2018: Announcement of "Just Cause Y'all Waited" Mixtape Release
On March 29, 2018, Lil Durk announced the release of his twelfth mixtape, "Just Cause Y'all Waited," which was set to be released at midnight. He also confirmed that he had fulfilled his contract with Def Jam Records, making him a free agent.
July 27, 2018: Signing with Alamo Records and Interscope Records
On July 27, 2018, Lil Durk announced his signing with Alamo Records and Interscope Records. This marked a new chapter in his career, setting the stage for future projects under these labels.
November 9, 2018: Release of "Signed to the Streets 3" Album
On November 9, 2018, Lil Durk released his third studio album, "Signed to the Streets 3," under Alamo/Interscope. The album featured collaborations with several prominent artists and showcased Durk's evolving artistry.
2018: Departure from Def Jam Recordings
Lil Durk parted ways with Def Jam Recordings in 2018.
May 3, 2019: Feature on "Crazy Story 2.0" Remix
On May 3, 2019, Lil Durk was featured on the remix of "Crazy Story" by King Von. The remix, titled "Crazy Story 2.0," was part of Von's debut mixtape and peaked at number 81 on the Billboard Hot 100, marking another successful collaboration for Durk.
May 2019: Arrest for Shooting Incident
Lil Durk and King Von were arrested in May 2019 on charges related to a non-lethal shooting that occurred on February 5 of that year.
August 2, 2019: Release of "Love Songs 4 the Streets 2" Album
On August 2, 2019, Lil Durk released his fourth studio album, "Love Songs 4 the Streets 2." The album, which features collaborations with several renowned artists, peaked at number four on the Billboard 200, marking Durk's first top-ten entry on the chart.
2019: Love Songs 4 the Streets 2 Release
In 2019, Lil Durk released his studio album, Love Songs 4 the Streets 2.
March 21, 2020: Release of "Chiraq Demons" Single
On March 21, 2020, Lil Durk released the single "Chiraq Demons," featuring rapper G Herbo. This release marked the beginning of a series of singles leading up to his fifth studio album.
March 29, 2020: Release of "All Love" Single
On March 29, 2020, Lil Durk released the single "All Love," further building anticipation for his upcoming fifth studio album. The song was part of a strategic release plan for his music in 2020.
April 8, 2020: Release of "Viral Moment" Single
On April 8, 2020, Lil Durk released the single "Viral Moment," which became a notable hit, peaking at number 91 on the Billboard Hot 100. This track was part of his album "Just Cause Y'all Waited 2."
April 2020: Billboard Hot 100 Debut with "Viral Moment"
Lil Durk achieved his first entry on the Billboard Hot 100 as a lead artist with his single "Viral Moment" in April 2020.
May 7, 2020: Release of "3 Headed Goat" Single
On May 7, 2020, Lil Durk released the single "3 Headed Goat," featuring Polo G and Lil Baby. The song achieved commercial success, peaking at number 43 on the Billboard Hot 100.
May 8, 2020: Release of "Just Cause Y'all Waited 2" Album
On May 8, 2020, Lil Durk released his fifth studio album, "Just Cause Y'all Waited 2," which debuted at number five on the Billboard 200. The album included successful singles and showcased Durk's continued relevance in the music industry.
June 26, 2020: Release of "Just Cause Y'all Waited 2" Deluxe Edition
On June 26, 2020, a deluxe edition of Lil Durk's "Just Cause Y'all Waited 2" was released, featuring seven additional tracks. This release helped the album peak at number two on the Billboard 200.
August 5, 2020: Feature on "All These Niggas" by King Von
On August 5, 2020, Lil Durk was featured on "All These Niggas" by King Von, a song from Von's debut album "Welcome to O'Block." Despite legal issues preventing his appearance in the music video, the song achieved notable success, peaking at number 77 on the Billboard Hot 100.
August 14, 2020: Feature on "Laugh Now Cry Later" by Drake
On August 14, 2020, Lil Durk was featured on the single "Laugh Now Cry Later" by Drake. The song became a major hit, debuting and peaking at number two on the Billboard Hot 100, marking Durk's first entry into the top 10 of the chart.
August 28, 2020: Announcement of "The Voice" Album
On August 28, 2020, Lil Durk announced his upcoming album titled "The Voice." The project was a tribute to his late friend King Von and was anticipated to release later in 2020.
September 4, 2020: Release of "The Voice" Single
On September 4, 2020, Lil Durk released the title track "The Voice" as the lead single from his upcoming album. The song debuted at number 62 on the Billboard Hot 100.
October 30, 2020: Release of "Stay Down" Single
On October 30, 2020, Lil Durk released the single "Stay Down," featuring 6lack and Young Thug. The track peaked at number 73 on the Billboard Hot 100 and was part of his album "The Voice."
November 5, 2020: Feature on "Back In Blood" by Pooh Shiesty
On November 5, 2020, Lil Durk was featured on Pooh Shiesty's single "Back In Blood." The song gained popularity and eventually peaked at number 13 on the Billboard Hot 100.
November 6, 2020: Death of King Von
Lil Durk's affiliate, King Von, was killed in Atlanta on November 6, 2020.
December 21, 2020: Release of "Backdoor" Single
On December 21, 2020, Lil Durk released the single "Backdoor," which peaked at number 62 on the Billboard Hot 100. The track was part of his album "The Voice."
December 24, 2020: Release of "The Voice" Album
On December 24, 2020, Lil Durk released his sixth studio album "The Voice," a tribute to his late friend King Von. The album featured the song "Still Trappin'," which peaked at number 53 on the Billboard Hot 100.
2020: The Voice Release
Lil Durk released his sixth studio album, The Voice, in 2020.
2020: Engagement to India Royale
Lil Durk became engaged to his longtime girlfriend, India Royale, in 2020.
March 3, 2021: Release of "Jump" Single
On March 3, 2021, Lil Durk, along with King Von, Booka600, and Memo600, released the collaborative single "Jump." The track was part of Only The Family's compilation album "Loyal Bros" and peaked at number 9 on the Billboard Bubbling Under Hot 100 chart.
June 4, 2021: Release of "The Voice of the Heroes" Album
On June 4, 2021, Lil Durk released "The Voice of the Heroes," a collaborative album with Lil Baby. The album debuted at number one on the Billboard 200, marking Durk's first number one album.
June 6, 2021: Death of Dontay "DThang" Banks Jr
Lil Durk's brother, Dontay "DThang" Banks Jr, was shot and killed outside of a Chicago nightclub on June 6, 2021.
July 11, 2021: Home Invasion
Lil Durk and his girlfriend, India, were targets of a home invasion on July 11, 2021, during which they exchanged gunfire with the suspects. No one was harmed.
August 29, 2021: Feature on "Jonah" by Kanye West
On August 29, 2021, Lil Durk was featured on the song "Jonah" from Kanye West's album "Donda." Although the feature was not credited, the collaboration was part of a major release.
September 3, 2021: Feature on "In the Bible" by Drake
On September 3, 2021, Lil Durk was featured on the song "In the Bible" from Drake's album "Certified Lover Boy." The song peaked at number 7 on the Billboard Hot 100, marking another top-ten entry for Durk.
October 15, 2021: "Pissed Me Off" Release
Lil Durk released the single "Pissed Me Off" on October 15, 2021, which peaked at number 39 on the Billboard Hot 100 and was the lead single for his seventh studio album, 7220.
November 5, 2021: "Lion Eyes" Release
On November 5, 2021, Lil Durk released the standalone single "Lion Eyes," which reached number 3 on the Billboard Bubbling Under Hot 100 chart.
December 17, 2021: "Broadway Girls" with Morgan Wallen
Lil Durk collaborated with country musician Morgan Wallen to release "Broadway Girls" on December 17, 2021. The single was a commercial success, peaking at number 14 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and becoming the second single for Durk's album 7220.
2021: Collaborative Album "The Voice of the Heroes"
Lil Durk and rapper Lil Baby released their collaborative album, "The Voice of the Heroes," in 2021, marking Lil Durk's first album to top the Billboard 200 chart.
February 22, 2022: "Ahhh Ha" Release
Lil Durk released the single "Ahhh Ha," produced by Southside on February 22, 2022. It was initially intended to be the release date for his seventh studio album, 7220.
July 31, 2022: Injury at Lollapalooza
On July 31, 2022, Lil Durk announced he was suspending performing and recording to recover from injuries sustained during his set at Lollapalooza on July 30, 2022. Durk's head was struck by an explosive pyrotechnic during the incident, injuring his face and right eye.
October 2022: Charges Dismissed
In October 2022, charges against Lil Durk related to the February 2019 shooting were dismissed.
November 14, 2022: "Twin" with Roddy Ricch
Lil Durk was featured on rapper Roddy Ricch's single "Twin," which was released November 14, 2022. The song was number 1 on the US Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles chart and number 35 on the US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. "Twin" was later featured on Feed Tha Streets III, Roddy Ricch's third commercial mixtape.
2022: Release of "Bring the Hook" and Reignited Feud with YoungBoy Never Broke Again
In 2022, YoungBoy Never Broke Again's release of "Bring the Hook" reignited his feud with Lil Durk. The track contained disses aimed at the late King Von, a close friend of Durk, and their Chicago neighborhood, O'Block, further fueling the conflict.
2022: Seventh Album "7220"
Lil Durk's seventh album, "7220," was released in 2022 and became his second album to reach number one on the Billboard 200 chart.
May 4, 2023: Alleged Reconciliation with YoungBoy Never Broke Again
On May 4, 2023, DJ Akademiks announced that Lil Durk and YoungBoy Never Broke Again had reconciled their feud. The rappers had been engaged in a long-running dispute involving diss tracks and social media attacks.
May 12, 2023: YoungBoy Never Broke Again Targets Durk on "Richest Opp"
YoungBoy Never Broke Again reignited his feud with Lil Durk by releasing his mixtape "Richest Opp" on May 12, 2023, the same day as Durk's album "Almost Healed." This release followed YoungBoy's disses towards Durk and DJ Akademiks on Twitter, retracting the earlier statement about a reconciliation.
July 2023: Hospitalization
TMZ reported in July 2023 that Lil Durk had been hospitalized due to severe dehydration and exhaustion.
August 18, 2023: "F*ck U Thought" Release
Lil Durk released "F*ck U Thought" on August 18, 2023, as the lead single for the deluxe edition of his album Almost Healed.
October 27, 2023: "Big FU" with David Guetta and Ayra Starr
David Guetta, Ayra Starr, and Lil Durk collaborated on the house-influenced Afrobeats song "Big FU" released October 27, 2023.
November 10, 2023: "Smurk Carter" Release
On November 10, 2023, Lil Durk released "Smurk Carter," the lead and only single for his fifth compilation album, Nightmares in the Trenches.
November 17, 2023: Nightmares in the Trenches Release
Lil Durk's fifth compilation album, Nightmares in the Trenches, was released on November 17, 2023. The album is a collaboration with artists from his label, Only the Family.
2023: Eighth Album "Almost Healed" and Grammy Win
In 2023, Lil Durk released his eighth album, "Almost Healed," which peaked at number three on the Billboard 200 chart. The album's single "All My Life," featuring J. Cole, reached number two on the Billboard Hot 100 and earned Lil Durk a Grammy Award for Best Melodic Rap Performance.
January 12, 2024: Guest Appearance on 21 Savage's American Dream
Lil Durk made a guest appearance on "Dangerous," a song on 21 Savage's American Dream album, which was released on January 12, 2024.
January 2024: Love Songs 4 the Streets 3 Announcement
In late January 2024, Lil Durk announced his next studio album, Love Songs 4 the Streets 3, a sequel to his 2017 mixtape and 2019 studio album of similar titles.
February 23, 2024: "Old Days" Release
Lil Durk released the single "Old Days" on February 23, 2024, along with an official music video. The song is from his upcoming project, Love Songs 4 the Streets 3.
June 28, 2024: "Went Hollywood for a Year" Release
Lil Durk released the single "Went Hollywood for a Year" on June 28, 2024.
September 25, 2024: "Turn Up a Notch" Release
Lil Durk's single, "Turn Up a Notch," was intended for release on September 25, 2024, but was later delayed and replaced by his upcoming studio album, Deep Thoughts.
October 18, 2024: Deep Thoughts Release
Lil Durk's studio album, Deep Thoughts, is set to be released on October 18, 2024.
October 24, 2024: Arrest for Alleged Murder-for-Hire Plot
On October 24, 2024, Lil Durk was arrested by United States Marshals in connection with an alleged murder-for-hire plot.