Meek Mill's Success and Achievements in Timeline
A closer look at the biggest achievements of Meek Mill. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.
Meek Mill, born Robert Rihmeek Williams, is an American rapper from Philadelphia. He began as a battle rapper and formed The Bloodhoundz. He signed with T.I.'s Grand Hustle Records in 2008 but left by 2011 without releasing an album. That same year, he joined Rick Ross' Maybach Music Group (MMG), gaining mainstream popularity through his contributions to the Self Made Vol. 1 compilation album (2011). His songs "Tupac Back" and "Ima Boss" significantly boosted his recognition, with "Ima Boss" charting on the Billboard Hot 100.
2008: 2008 Conviction Overturned
In July 24, 2019, the Superior Court of Pennsylvania overturned Meek Mill's 2008 conviction and ordered a new trial to be overseen by another judge.
2009: Release from Prison
In early 2009, Meek Mill was released from prison under a five-year parole agreement.
March 2011: Inclusion in XXL Freshman Class
In March 2011, Meek Mill was included in XXL's "Freshman Class of 2011", recognizing him as one of the promising new artists in the rap scene.
February 2012: MTV Names Meek Mill as a Top MC
In February 2012, MTV listed Meek Mill as the "#7 hottest MC" in their annual "Hottest MCs in the Game" list.
December 2, 2014: Release from Jail
On December 2, 2014, Meek Mill was released from jail after serving a portion of his three-to-six-month sentence.
2017: Resolution of Feud with Cassidy
By 2017, Meek Mill and Cassidy had resolved their differences, ending their long-standing feud.
April 24, 2018: Release Pending Appeal
On April 24, 2018, Meek Mill was released from prison pending the outcome of an appeal to the Pennsylvania Supreme Court, later performing a ceremonial bell-ringing at a 76ers game.
November 2018: Sigel Supports "Championships" Album
In November 2018, Beanie Sigel supported Meek Mill's album, Championships, indicating an end to their dispute.
2018: Feud with Drake Squashed
After Mill's release from prison in 2018, the feud with Drake was officially squashed, and Drake was featured on Mill's song "Going Bad".
2018: Reconciliation with The Game
In 2018, Meek Mill and The Game reconciled after Mill's incarceration and subsequent release from prison.
August 2019: Guilty Plea to Misdemeanor Firearm Charge
In August 2019, Meek Mill pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor firearm charge in Philadelphia, resolving his 2007 case and temporarily dismissing him as a convicted felon.
January 2023: Pardon by Pennsylvania Governor
In January 2023, Meek Mill received a pardon from Pennsylvania governor Tom Wolf for his 2008 convictions.
