Miles Parks McCollum, better known as Lil Yachty, is an American rapper who rose to fame in 2015 with his hit song "One Night." His debut EP, "Summer Songs," featuring the hit, propelled him into the spotlight. Following the success of his EP, he released his first mixtape, "Lil Boat," in 2016. That same year, he signed a joint venture record deal with Motown, Capitol Records, and Quality Control Music, solidifying his place in the music industry.
1933: Securities Act of 1933
The U.S. 11th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled on February 18, 2022, that the Securities Act of 1933 applies to targeted solicitation using social media, setting a precedent for cases involving cryptocurrency promotion.
August 23, 1997: Birth of Miles Parks McCollum (Lil Yachty)
On August 23, 1997, Miles Parks McCollum, who would later be known as Lil Yachty, was born.
August 2015: "One Night" Gains Recognition
In August 2015, Lil Yachty started gaining recognition when his song "One Night" went viral.
December 2015: "One Night" Used in Viral Video
Lil Yachty's song "One Night" gained significant traction in December 2015 when its SoundCloud version was featured in a viral comedy video.
February 2016: Modeling Debut at Kanye West's Yeezy Season 3 Show
In February 2016, Lil Yachty made his modeling debut in a high-profile setting: Kanye West's Yeezy Season 3 fashion show at Madison Square Garden.
March 2016: Release of Debut Mixtape "Lil Boat"
Lil Yachty released his debut mixtape, "Lil Boat", in March 2016.
April 2016: Collaboration with DRAM on "Broccoli"
Lil Yachty collaborated with DRAM on the hit song "Broccoli" in April 2016, which achieved significant chart success.
May 2016: Featured on Chance the Rapper's "Coloring Book"
Lil Yachty's verse on Chance the Rapper's mixtape "Coloring Book" in May 2016 further solidified his presence in the music scene.
June 10, 2016: Signs Record Deal with Quality Control, Capitol, and Motown
Lil Yachty's career reached new heights on June 10, 2016, when he signed a joint venture record deal with Quality Control Music, Capitol Records, and Motown Records.
June 2016: Featured in XXL Magazine's Freshman Class
Lil Yachty's rising prominence in the hip-hop world was highlighted in June 2016 when he was included in XXL magazine's esteemed Freshman Class.
July 2016: Release of "Summer Songs 2"
Lil Yachty followed up his earlier releases with his second mixtape, "Summer Songs 2", in July 2016.
December 2016: Featured on Kyle's "iSpy"
Lil Yachty's collaboration with Kyle on the single "iSpy" in December 2016 further demonstrated his musical reach.
2016: Collaboration on Hit Songs
Lil Yachty's featured appearances on popular songs like "Broccoli" by DRAM and "ISpy" by Kyle in 2016 contributed to his rising fame.
2016: Bernie Sanders Endorsement
In 2016, Lil Yachty publicly endorsed Bernie Sanders for president, expressing admiration for Sander's involvement in the civil rights movement.
March 2017: Featured on Tee Grizzley's "From the D to the A"
In March 2017, Lil Yachty lent his talents to Tee Grizzley's track "From the D to the A".
April 14, 2017: Release of "Harley"
"Harley," the first promotional single from "Teenage Emotions," was released on April 14, 2017, building anticipation for the album.
May 4, 2017: Release of "Bring It Back"
"Bring It Back," another single from "Teenage Emotions," dropped on May 4, 2017.
May 18, 2017: Release of "X Men"
"X Men," featuring Evander Griiim, served as the third promotional single for "Teenage Emotions" and was released on May 18, 2017.
May 26, 2017: Release of "Teenage Emotions"
Lil Yachty's debut studio album, "Teenage Emotions," was officially released on May 26, 2017.
December 15, 2017: Featured on Creek Boyz's "With My Team" Remix
Lil Yachty joined forces with Creek Boyz on December 15, 2017, for a remix of their track "With My Team."
2017: Release of Debut Studio Album "Teenage Emotions"
In 2017, Lil Yachty released his debut studio album, "Teenage Emotions", marking a significant step in his career.
2017: High-Profile Appearances and Endorsements
Lil Yachty's star continued to rise in 2017 as he appeared in notable commercials for Sprite (alongside LeBron James) and Target. He was also chosen as the face of a Nautica and Urban Outfitters collection.
January 2018: Collaboration with Takeoff Announced
News broke in January 2018 that Lil Yachty and Takeoff were working together on a collaborative project, although the project remained unreleased as of 2023.
March 9, 2018: Release of "Lil Boat 2"
Lil Yachty's second studio album, "Lil Boat 2," was released on March 9, 2018, and despite receiving mixed reviews, it achieved commercial success.
October 19, 2018: Release of "Nuthin' 2 Prove"
Lil Yachty's third album, "Nuthin' 2 Prove," followed on October 19, 2018, also garnering mixed reviews but achieving a respectable chart position.
December 2018: Joins FaZe Clan as "FaZe Boat"
In December 2018, Lil Yachty expanded into the world of esports, joining the renowned FaZe Clan and adopting the gamertag "FaZe Boat".
December 20, 2018: FaZe Clan Signing
Lil Yachty joined the esports organization FaZe Clan on December 20, 2018, and participated in competitive Fortnite tournaments.
2018: Release of "Lil Boat 2" and "Nuthin' 2 Prove"
Lil Yachty had a prolific year in 2018, releasing two studio albums: "Lil Boat 2" and "Nuthin' 2 Prove".
2019: A Relatively Quiet Year for Releases
Lil Yachty had a less active year in terms of releasing music in 2019.
May 29, 2020: Release of "Lil Boat 3"
Lil Yachty's fourth studio album, "Lil Boat 3," arrived on May 29, 2020.
October 19, 2020: Announces Intention to Release Mixtape
On October 19, 2020, Lil Yachty revealed his plans to release a new mixtape before the end of the year.
2020: Release of "Lil Boat 3"
Lil Yachty continued his "Lil Boat" series in 2020 with the release of "Lil Boat 3".
2020: Gains Following on TikTok and Performs Theme Song for "Saved by the Bell"
Lil Yachty embraced social media platform TikTok in 2020, amassing a significant following. Additionally, he performed a remixed version of the theme song for the "Saved by the Bell" revival.
March 2021: XXL Freshman Cypher Achieves Viral Success
The XXL Freshman cypher featuring Lil Yachty alongside other rising stars gained immense popularity, surpassing 180 million YouTube views by March 2021.
October 20, 2021: Birth of First Child
On October 20, 2021, Lil Yachty became a father to a baby girl. The mother's identity was kept private.
2021: Involvement in UNO Card Game Movie
Reports surfaced in early 2021 indicating that Lil Yachty was involved in producing and starring in a live-action film adaptation of the UNO card game.
February 18, 2022: SafeMoon Lawsuit
Lil Yachty, along with other celebrities, was named as a defendant in a class-action lawsuit against SafeMoon on February 18, 2022. The lawsuit alleged that the cryptocurrency company was a pump-and-dump scheme, and that Yachty had promoted it on social media with misleading information.
October 11, 2022: Release of "Poland"
Lil Yachty put out the single "Poland" on October 11, 2022, which rapidly gained popularity online.
November 2022: Passing of Takeoff
Takeoff, one half of the rap duo Migos and a frequent collaborator with Lil Yachty, passed away in November 2022.
December 2022: Sonic Ranch Leak
In December 2022, Lil Yachty's fifth studio album, then rumored to be titled "Sonic Ranch," was leaked online, giving fans a taste of his evolving sound.
January 27, 2023: Let's Start Here Release
On January 27, 2023, Lil Yachty released his fifth studio album, "Let's Start Here," which received positive reviews and marked a departure from his usual trap style, incorporating psychedelic rock influences.
March 2023: SEC Charges
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission charged Lil Yachty and seven other celebrities in March 2023 for violating investor protection laws by promoting cryptocurrencies without disclosing paid sponsorships. Yachty settled the charges for over $400,000 without admitting or denying wrongdoing.
December 2023: "Mo Jams" Release
Lil Yachty's label and collective, Concrete Boys, released their debut single, "Mo Jams," in December 2023.
2023: Collaborative Project with Takeoff Remains Unreleased
As of 2023, the collaborative project between Lil Yachty and Takeoff, announced in 2018, has not been released.
2023: Release of "Let's Start Here"
In 2023, Lil Yachty released "Let's Start Here", an album that showcased a departure from his previous style, exploring psychedelic rock.