Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Megan Thee Stallion
How Megan Thee Stallion built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.
Megan Thee Stallion, born Megan Jovon Ruth Pete, is an American rapper and songwriter. She rose to prominence in the late 2010s with mixtapes and EPs. She has achieved mainstream success with hit songs and albums, solidifying her position as a leading figure in contemporary hip-hop. Known for her confident and assertive persona, she has received numerous awards and accolades for her music.
2016: Release of Debut Single
In 2016, Megan Thee Stallion released her debut single "Like a Stallion."
2017: Professional Solo Debut with Make It Hot EP
In 2017, Megan Thee Stallion made her professional solo debut with the EP Make It Hot, which included the hit "Last Week in HTx". She also released the song "Stalli (Freestyle)", as a rework of XXXTentacion's "Look at Me!".
March 2018: Performance at SXSW Festival
In March 2018, Megan Thee Stallion performed at the SXSW Festival after signing with 1501 Certified Entertainment earlier in the year.
June 2018: Release of Tina Snow EP
In June 2018, Megan Thee Stallion released the EP Tina Snow, named after her alter ego. The EP was positively received by critics.
November 2018: Signing with 300 Entertainment
In November 2018, Megan Thee Stallion signed with 300 Entertainment, becoming the first woman on the label.
2018: Signing with 1501 Certified Entertainment
In 2018, Megan Thee Stallion signed with 1501 Certified Entertainment, gaining initial recognition from her freestyling videos on social media.
January 22, 2019: Release of Big Ole Freak as a single
On January 22, 2019, Megan Thee Stallion released "Big Ole Freak" as a single from Tina Snow. It became her first Billboard Hot 100 chart entry, peaking at number 65.
May 17, 2019: Release of Fever Mixtape
On May 17, 2019, Megan Thee Stallion released her mixtape Fever, which was received with critical acclaim.
May 21, 2019: Release of Realer Music Video
On May 21, 2019, Megan Thee Stallion released the music video for the track "Realer", which was inspired by the blaxploitation film style.
June 20, 2019: Selection for XXL Freshman Class
On June 20, 2019, Megan Thee Stallion was selected as one of eleven artists for the 12th edition of XXL's "Freshman Class".
July 2019: Feature on Chance The Rapper's Album
In July 2019, Megan Thee Stallion was featured on Chance The Rapper's debut studio album The Big Day, on the track "Handsome".
August 2, 2019: Hot Girl Featured in A Black Lady Sketch Show
On August 2, 2019, A Black Lady Sketch Show premiered on HBO using Megan's song "Hot Girl" in the opening title sequence.
September 2019: Signing with Roc Nation
In September 2019, Megan Thee Stallion signed a management deal with Roc Nation.
2019: Mainstream Success with Fever
In 2019, Megan Thee Stallion achieved mainstream success with the release of her commercial mixtape Fever, which peaked within the top ten of the Billboard 200 chart.
January 2020: Release of Diamonds and Album Announcement
In January 2020, Megan Thee Stallion released the single "Diamonds" featuring Normani for the soundtrack of the superhero film Birds of Prey (2020). She also announced her debut album Suga and released the lead single "B.I.T.C.H.".
February 2020: Feature on Fkn Around and Appearance on The Tonight Show
In February 2020, Megan Thee Stallion featured on the single "Fkn Around" by Phony Ppl and appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, performing "B.I.T.C.H.".
March 6, 2020: Megan Releases "Suga" EP Against Label Wishes
On March 6, 2020, Megan Thee Stallion released her EP, "Suga", against the wishes of 1501 Certified Entertainment, after a judge granted a temporary restraining order against the label.
March 20, 2020: Savage Goes Viral on TikTok
On March 20, 2020, the song "Savage", from the EP Suga, went viral on TikTok due to a dance challenge video created by Keara Wilson.
April 29, 2020: Release of Savage Remix Featuring Beyoncé
On April 29, 2020, a remix of the song "Savage" featuring Beyoncé was released. The song became Megan Thee Stallion's first top 10 entry in the United States shortly after the remix's release, eventually becoming her first chart topper.
June 26, 2020: Release of Girls in the Hood
On June 26, 2020, Megan Thee Stallion released the song "Girls in the Hood".
August 2020: Revlon Global Brand Ambassador
In August 2020, Megan Thee Stallion became a Global Brand Ambassador for Revlon.
August 2020: Feature on Cardi B's WAP
In August 2020, Megan Thee Stallion featured on Cardi B's single "WAP" and appeared in its music video. "WAP" became her second number-one single in the U.S.
October 2020: Release of Don't Stop and SNL Performance
In October 2020, Megan Thee Stallion released the single "Don't Stop" featuring rapper Young Thug and performed on the 46th season premiere of Saturday Night Live. During the performance, she addressed racism, Daniel Cameron, and the Black Lives Matter movement.
November 13, 2020: Announcement of Debut Album Good News
On November 13, 2020, Megan Thee Stallion announced the upcoming release of her debut studio album, Good News.
November 20, 2020: Release of Good News and Body
On November 20, 2020, Megan Thee Stallion released her debut studio album Good News, alongside the fourth single, "Body".
2020: Breakthrough with Savage and Good News
In 2020, Megan Thee Stallion had a breakthrough with the singles "Hot Girl Summer", "Cash Shit", and "Savage". The remix of "Savage" featuring Beyoncé earned her two Grammy Awards. She also released her debut album Good News in 2020.
January 14, 2021: Feature on 34+35 Remix
On January 14, 2021, Megan Thee Stallion was featured on a remix of Ariana Grande's single "34+35" alongside Doja Cat.
February 12, 2021: Release of 34+35 Remix Music Video
On February 12, 2021, the music video for the remix of Ariana Grande's "34+35", featuring Megan Thee Stallion and Doja Cat, was released.
September 16, 2021: Announcement as Performer at Posty Fest 2021
On September 16, 2021, Post Malone announced the Posty Fest 2021 lineup, with Megan Thee Stallion as one of the performers at the festival in Arlington, Texas.
October 29, 2021: Release of Something for Thee Hotties Compilation Album
On October 29, 2021, Megan Thee Stallion released Something for Thee Hotties, a collection of previously unreleased songs and freestyles.
2021: Label Disregards "Something for Thee Hotties" as Album
In 2021, Megan Thee Stallion published "Something for Thee Hotties", the record label did not recognize it as an album because it has 29 minutes of new material instead of 45.
2021: Release of Something for Thee Hotties and Grammy Nomination
In 2021, Megan Thee Stallion's compilation album Something for Thee Hotties peaked at number five on the Billboard 200 and included the US top-20 single "Thot Shit", which received a Grammy Award nomination.
February 18, 2022: Megan Files Suit Against Record Label
On February 18, 2022, Megan Thee Stallion filed a lawsuit against her record label, claiming that "Something for Thee Hotties" respects the definition of an album with at least 45 minutes of material.
2022: Release of Traumazine
In 2022, Megan Thee Stallion released her second studio album, Traumazine, which included the single "Sweetest Pie". This was her final release under 1501 and 300 Entertainment.
May 2023: Ruling Expected in Lawsuit Against Label
In May 2023, a ruling was expected to be issued in the lawsuit between Megan Thee Stallion and her record label, 1501 Certified Entertainment.
October 19, 2023: Megan Thee Stallion and 1501 Certified Reach Settlement
On October 19, 2023, Attorneys for Megan Thee Stallion and 1501 Certified Entertainment confirmed that they have mutually reached a confidential settlement to resolve their legal differences, and agreed to amicably part ways.
2023: Founding Hot Girl Productions
In 2023, Megan Thee Stallion founded her own record label, Hot Girl Productions.
2024: Release of Documentary Film Megan Thee Stallion: In Her Words
In 2024, Megan Thee Stallion headlined her own documentary film titled Megan Thee Stallion: In Her Words.
2024: Release of Megan and Success of Hiss
In 2024, Megan Thee Stallion released her third studio album, Megan, through Hot Girl Productions. The single "Hiss" from the album became her first solo song to top the Hot 100 and made her the first solo female rapper to debut atop the Billboard Global 200.
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