History of Lil Skies in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: June 4, 2024

Kimetrius Foose, known as Lil Skies, is an American rapper signed with Atlantic Records. His hit singles "I," "Nowadays," and "Red Roses" charted on the Billboard Hot 100. His debut mixtape, "Life of a Dark Rose" (2018), reached number ten on the Billboard 200 and went platinum. He released his debut studio album, "Shelby" (2019), which peaked at number five, followed by "Unbothered" (2021), reaching number 50.

August 4, 1998: Birth of Lil Skies

Kimetrius Christopher Foose, known by his stage name Lil Skies, was born on August 4, 1998, in Waynesboro, Pennsylvania.

October 2016: Opening for Fetty Wap

In October 2016, Lil Skies opened for Fetty Wap at Shippensburg University, marking a significant early performance in his career.

2016: Graduation and College

Lil Skies graduated from Waynesboro Area Senior High School in 2016 and briefly attended Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania before dropping out to focus on his rap career.

January 2017: Release of First Mixtape Alone

Lil Skies released his first mixtape, Alone, in January 2017, marking the start of his recording career.

July 2017: Release of Singles

In July 2017, Lil Skies released two songs, 'Red Roses' featuring Landon Cube and 'Off The Goop' featuring Sprite Lee, furthering his music career.

2017: Signing with Atlantic Records

In 2017, Lil Skies signed with Atlantic Records, releasing hit singles 'I,' 'Nowadays,' and 'Red Roses,' which marked the beginning of his major career.

2017: Tour with Lil Uzi Vert

In 2017, Lil Skies toured nationally with Lil Uzi Vert, expanding his reach and fanbase.

January 10, 2018: Release of Life of a Dark Rose

Lil Skies released his first major label mixtape, Life of a Dark Rose, on January 10, 2018, which debuted at #23 on the Billboard 200 chart and peaked at #10.

May 4, 2018: Release of Lust Music Video

On May 4, 2018, Lil Skies released the music video for 'Lust,' which peaked at number 87 on the Billboard Hot 100 and was certified platinum by the RIAA.

2018: Release of Life of a Dark Rose

Lil Skies released his major label debut mixtape, Life of a Dark Rose, in 2018, which peaked at number ten on the Billboard 200 chart and received platinum certification by the RIAA.

March 1, 2019: Release of Shelby

On March 1, 2019, Lil Skies released his album Shelby, named after his mother, along with the music video for the lead single 'I'.

May 21, 2019: Release of Breathe Music Video

On May 21, 2019, Lil Skies released a video for 'Breathe,' a song from his album Shelby.

July 2019: Birth of Son

In July 2019, Lil Skies and his longtime girlfriend, Jacey Fugate, had a son.

2019: Release of Shelby

In 2019, Lil Skies released his debut studio album, Shelby, which peaked at number five on the Billboard 200 chart.

March 4, 2020: Release of Havin My Way

On March 4, 2020, Lil Skies released the song 'Havin My Way,' featuring Lil Durk, serving as the lead single from his second studio album, Unbothered.

April 20, 2020: Release of Fidget

Lil Skies released the standalone single 'Fidget' on April 20, 2020, during his Unbothered singles rollout.

May 14, 2020: Release of Riot

Lil Skies released 'Riot,' the second single from his album Unbothered, on May 14, 2020.

July 10, 2020: Release of Red & Yellow

On July 10, 2020, Lil Skies released the track 'Red & Yellow' from the Road to Fast 9 mixtape.

July 23, 2020: Release of Lightbeam

Lil Skies released 'Lightbeam,' featuring NoCap, on July 23, 2020.

November 6, 2020: Release of On Sight

On November 6, 2020, Lil Skies released 'On Sight,' the third single from his album Unbothered.

December 16, 2020: Release of Ok

Lil Skies released 'Ok,' the fourth and final single from his album Unbothered, on December 16, 2020.

April 29, 2021: Release of My Baby

On April 29, 2021, Lil Skies released 'My Baby,' featuring Zhavia Ward, the lead single for the Unbothered Deluxe edition.

2021: Release of Unbothered

Lil Skies released his follow-up album, Unbothered, in 2021, which peaked at number 50 on the Billboard 200 chart.

March 25, 2022: Release of Play This At My Funeral

Lil Skies released 'Play This At My Funeral,' featuring Landon Cube, on March 25, 2022.

November 27, 2022: Release of Rage!

On November 27, 2022, Lil Skies released the single 'Rage!'.

February 21, 2023: Release of Make A Toast

On February 21, 2023, Lil Skies released 'Make A Toast,' marking his final release signed to Atlantic Records. Skies announced his independence via Instagram Live.

July 7, 2023: Release of How Things Go

Lil Skies released 'How Things Go' on July 7, 2023, as part of his independent career.

August 4, 2023: Release of Wake Up

On August 4, 2023, Lil Skies released 'Wake Up'.

January 3, 2024: Open Mic Performance of Pivot

On January 3, 2024, Lil Skies unexpectedly released an open mic performance of the song 'Pivot'.

February 9, 2024: Release of Thousands

Lil Skies released the single 'Thousands' on February 9, 2024, marking his first solo release of the year and serving as the lead single to his mixtape Out Ur Body Music.

March 8, 2024: Release of Death

On March 8, 2024, Lil Skies released 'Death,' the second single from his mixtape Out Ur Body Music.

March 29, 2024: Release of Out Ur Body Music

Lil Skies released his mixtape Out Ur Body Music on March 29, 2024, featuring eight tracks. This was his first project since Unbothered in 2021.

May 20, 2024: Arrest for Hit and Run

On May 20, 2024, Lil Skies was arrested for an alleged hit and run incident. He reportedly sped off after the accident without exchanging insurance information. Foose has since been released from Franklin County Jail, but the status of his bail and the potential case remain unclear.