How NLE Choppa built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.
NLE Choppa, born Bryson Potts, is a rapper and YouTuber from Memphis, Tennessee. He rose to prominence in 2019 with his hit single "Shotta Flow," which achieved platinum status and charted in the Billboard Hot 100's top 40. This success led to his debut EP, Cottonwood, released in December 2019. He is known for his contributions to the hip-hop genre and his presence on online platforms like YouTube.
March 2018: Release of "No Love Anthem"
In March 2018, NLE Choppa, under the name YNR Choppa, released his first song, "No Love Anthem."
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April 2019: Release of "Birdboy"
In April 2019, NLE Choppa released the single "Birdboy", produced by SGULL.
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May 2019: "Shotta Flow" Enters Billboard Hot 100
In May 2019, NLE Choppa's breakout single "Shotta Flow" entered the Billboard Hot 100, debuting at number 96.
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June 14, 2019: Release of "Free YoungBoy"
On June 14, 2019, NLE Choppa released the single, "Free YoungBoy", referencing YoungBoy Never Broke Again's arrest. The song was the first release from his label No Love Entertainment.
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September 13, 2019: Release of "Camelot"
On September 13, 2019, NLE Choppa released the single "Camelot", which became his second Top 40 hit.
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December 20, 2019: Release of Cottonwood EP
On December 20, 2019, NLE Choppa released his debut extended play titled Cottonwood, along with a short film of the same name.
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2019: Release of "Shotta Flow"
In 2019, NLE Choppa gained recognition with the release of his single "Shotta Flow", which later received platinum certification and charted in the top 40 of the Billboard Hot 100.
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June 12, 2020: Release of "Shotta Flow 5"
On June 12, 2020, NLE Choppa released "Shotta Flow 5", the fourth sequel to his 2019 single "Shotta Flow".
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August 2020: Launch of "Awakened Choppa" YouTube Channel
In August 2020, NLE Choppa launched a YouTube channel called "Awakened Choppa", documenting his healthier lifestyle.
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2020: Release of Top Shotta
In 2020, NLE Choppa released his debut studio album Top Shotta, which peaked within the top ten of the US Billboard 200, and was supported by the singles "Camelot" and "Walk Em Down".
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February 2021: Teasing "Shotta Flow 6" and "Walk Em Down 2"
In February 2021, NLE Choppa teased "Shotta Flow 6" and "Walk Em Down 2" through a tweet.
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January 28, 2022: Release of Me vs. Me mixtape and "Shotta Flow 6"
On January 28, 2022, NLE Choppa released his fifth mixtape, Me vs. Me, and "Shotta Flow 6".
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2022: Release of Me vs. Me mixtape
In 2022, NLE Choppa released his fifth mixtape, Me vs. Me.
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December 2023: Release of "Shotta Flow 7"
In December 2023, NLE Choppa released the single "Shotta Flow 7".
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2023: Release of Cottonwood 2
In 2023, NLE Choppa released his second studio album Cottonwood 2, which contained his highest-charting single, "Slut Me Out".
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