Megan Thee Stallion's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Megan Thee Stallion.

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.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1999: Lauryn Hill's Best New Artist Grammy

In 1999, Lauryn Hill became the first female rapper to win Best New Artist at the Grammy Awards, a feat Megan Thee Stallion later repeated.

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".

November 2019: Inclusion in Time 100 Next List

In November 2019, Time placed Megan Thee Stallion on their inaugural "Time 100 Next" list.

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.

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.

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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.

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September 2020: Billboard Music Award Nomination and Time 100 List

In September 2020, Megan Thee Stallion received her first-ever Billboard Music Award nomination for Top Rap Female Artist and was featured in the annual Time 100 list of the most-influential people in the world.

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".

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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.

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2020: Inclusion in Time 100

In 2020, Megan Thee Stallion was included on Time's list of the 100 most influential people in the world.

December 11, 2021: Graduation from Texas Southern University

On December 11, 2021, Megan Thee Stallion graduated from Texas Southern University with a Bachelor of Science in health administration.

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.

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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.

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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