History of NLE Choppa in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: February 21, 2025

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.

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November 1, 2002: NLE Choppa's Birth

On November 1, 2002, Bryson LaShun Potts, known as NLE Choppa, was born in Memphis, Tennessee.

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March 2018: Release of "No Love Anthem"

In March 2018, NLE Choppa, under the name YNR Choppa, released his first song, "No Love Anthem."

April 2019: Release of "Birdboy"

In April 2019, NLE Choppa released the single "Birdboy", produced by SGULL.

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.

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.

September 13, 2019: Release of "Camelot"

On September 13, 2019, NLE Choppa released the single "Camelot", which became his second Top 40 hit.

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.

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.

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".

June 20, 2020: Birth of First Child

On June 20, 2020, NLE Choppa fathered his first child.

August 11, 2020: Inclusion in XXL Freshman Class

On August 11, 2020, NLE Choppa was included in XXL's 2020 Freshman Class.

August 2020: Launch of "Awakened Choppa" YouTube Channel

In August 2020, NLE Choppa launched a YouTube channel called "Awakened Choppa", documenting his healthier lifestyle.

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".