History of Omarion in Timeline
Omarion, born Omari Ishmael Grandberry, is a prominent figure in American R&B music and acting. He initially gained recognition as the lead vocalist of the popular boy band B2K, which achieved significant success in the early 2000s. Their hit singles like "Gots ta Be," "Uh Huh," "Girlfriend," and the chart-topping "Bump, Bump, Bump" solidified their place in the music scene.
November 12, 1984: Omarion's Birth
On November 12, 1984, Omari Ishmael Grandberry, who would later be known as Omarion, was born.
1999: Omarion Joins B2K
Omarion, taking his stage name, joined the group B2K in 1999.
2001: B2K's First Single
In 2001, B2K put out their debut single, "Uh Huh," marking the beginning of their rise in the music scene.
March 12, 2002: B2K Releases "Pandemonium!"
On March 12, 2002, B2K released their second album, "Pandemonium!", which included their most popular song, "Bump, Bump, Bump," featuring P. Diddy.
2004: B2K Disbands
After achieving considerable success, B2K disbanded in early 2004.
2004: Omarion in Film
In 2004, Omarion appeared in several movies, showcasing his acting skills. His most prominent role was in the dance film "You Got Served." He also played a part in the comedy "Fat Albert."
2004: B2K Disbands and Omarion Goes Solo
In 2004, the boy band B2K disbanded, leading Omarion to embark on a successful solo music career.
February 22, 2005: Release of Debut Solo Album "O"
Omarion's first solo album, titled "O," hit the music scene on February 22, 2005.
2005: Omarion's Debut Solo Album "O"
Omarion released his first solo album "O" in 2005. It was a huge success, topping the Billboard 200 and even earning a Grammy nomination.
2005: "O" Book Release
Omarion's first book, "O", was published in 2005.
December 26, 2006: Release of Second Album "21"
Omarion's second album, "21," was released on December 26, 2006.
2006: Omarion's Second Album "21"
In 2006, Omarion released his second album, "21," which also achieved significant success, reaching number one on the Billboard 200 chart.
2007: Omarion in Film and Television
In 2007, Omarion continued his acting career, appearing in the thriller "Somebody Help Me" and lending his voice to the animated film "The Proud Family Movie." He also took on a role in the musical drama "Feel the Noise."
2007: Collaboration with Bow Wow
Omarion and fellow artist Bow Wow teamed up to release a collaborative album, "Face Off", in 2007.
March 30, 2009: Affiliation with Young Money Entertainment
On March 30, 2009, it was announced that Omarion had an affiliation with Lil Wayne's label, Young Money Entertainment, although he wasn't officially signed.
January 2010: Release of "Speedin'" and "Ollusion"
In January 2010, Omarion dropped his single "Speedin'" and his third studio album, "Ollusion."
2010: Omarion's Third Album "Ollusion"
2010 marked the release of Omarion's third studio album, "Ollusion." While it didn't achieve the same level of commercial success as his previous two albums, it was a significant moment in his career.
April 27, 2011: Planned Release of "The Awakening"
Omarion's first mixtape, "The Awakening," was initially slated for release on April 27, 2011.
May 11, 2011: Release of "The Awakening"
Omarion's debut mixtape, "The Awakening," was released on May 11, 2011, presented by DJ Drama.
November 2011: Collaboration with Koda Kumi
In November 2011, Omarion was seen working with Japanese star Koda Kumi.
December 6, 2011: Collaboration with Koda Kumi
It was revealed on December 6, 2011, that Omarion had worked with Japanese artist Koda Kumi on the song "Slow" for her album "Japonesque." He also made an appearance in the music video.
May 2, 2012: Signing with Maybach Music Group and Warner Bros. Records
On May 2, 2012, Omarion signed with Rick Ross's Maybach Music Group and Warner Bros. Records.
November 29, 2012: Release of Debut EP "Care Package"
Omarion's first EP, "Care Package," was released on November 29, 2012.
September 2013: Featured on "Self Made Vol. 3"
Omarion was featured on "Self Made Vol. 3," which came out in September 2013 and performed well on the Billboard charts.
November 5, 2013: Release of "Care Package 2"
Omarion released his second EP, "Care Package 2," on November 5, 2013.
2013: Relationship with Apryl Jones Begins
Omarion started dating Apryl Jones in 2013, a relationship documented on "Love & Hip Hop: Hollywood".
February 14, 2014: Release of "You Like It"
On February 14, 2014, Omarion released "You Like It," the first single from his upcoming album, "Sex Playlist."
November 2014: Release of "Post to Be"
In November 2014, Omarion released "Post to Be," a single featuring Chris Brown and Jhené Aiko. The song became a major hit, reaching high on the charts.
December 2, 2014: Release of "Sex Playlist"
Omarion's fourth studio album, "Sex Playlist," was released on December 2, 2014.
2014: Signing with Maybach Music Group and "Sex Playlist"
In 2014, Omarion joined Rick Ross's label, Maybach Music Group, and released his fourth album, "Sex Playlist." The album was notable for the hit single "Post to Be," a collaboration with Chris Brown and Jhené Aiko.
2014: Birth of Son
Omarion's son was born in 2014.
May 2015: "Post to Be" Certified Gold
By May 2015, "Post to Be" had achieved gold certification by the RIAA, signifying its substantial commercial success.
June 2015: Omarion's Plans for a Dance Studio
In an interview in June 2015, Omarion expressed his desire to open his own dance studio, showcasing his passion for dance.
November 12, 2015: Release of "Care Package 3"
On November 12, 2015, Omarion treated fans to his third EP, "Care Package 3."
2016: Birth of Daughter
Omarion's daughter was born in 2016.
November 2017: Release of "Care Package 4"
November 2017 saw the arrival of "Care Package 4," Omarion's fourth EP.
2018: Collaborations and Features
In 2018, Omarion collaborated with other artists, appearing on Anatii's track "Tell Me" and featuring in Tiwa Savage's "Get It Now" remix music video.
2019: The Millennium Tour (B2K Reunion)
In 2019, B2K reunited for The Millennium Tour with acts like Mario and Chingy. The tour ran from March 8 to April 28.
October 30, 2020: "Can You Hear Me?" Release & "The Kinection" Album
On October 30, 2020, Omarion released his fifth album, "The Kinection", with lead single "Can You Hear Me?", featuring T-Pain. He celebrated with a YouTube special, "Omarion presents Thriller Night", featuring Prince Jackson.
2020: The Millennium Tour (Omarion's Edition) and Billboard Nomination
Omarion continued The Millennium Tour in 2020 with a new lineup, including Bow Wow. The group received a Billboard Music Award nomination for Top R&B Tour.
2020: Partnership with Zeus Network
Omarion partnered with Zeus Network in 2020 to release "Omega: The Gift and the Curse", but the deal fell through.
May 31, 2021: "We Will Never Forget" Release
On May 31, 2021, "We Will Never Forget", a collaboration with Omarion, Lalah Hathaway, and Kierra Sheard, was released for the LeBron James-produced documentary "Dreamland: The Burning of Black Wall Street". Proceeds were donated to Color of Change.
2021: The Millennium Tour & "EX" Single Release
Omarion headlined The Millennium Tour in the fall of 2021, releasing the single "EX" with Soulja Boy and Bow Wow, promoting his upcoming album "Sex Playlist 2".
2021: The Masked Singer Appearance
Omarion participated in season five of "The Masked Singer" as the "Yeti", finishing in fourth place.
June 23, 2022: Verzuz Battle with Mario
Omarion participated in a Verzuz battle against Mario on June 23, 2022.
July 21, 2022: "Omega: The Gift and the Curse" Release
Omarion's 5-part docuseries, "Omega: The Gift and the Curse", was made available for pay-per-view on July 21, 2022, through his website.
March 2023: "Omega: The Gift and the Curse" Television Premiere
In March 2023, "Omega: The Gift and the Curse" premiered on We TV and Allblk after a partnership with Zeus Network failed.
April 2023: "Serious" Release
Omarion released "Serious" in April 2023 from his album "Full Circle: Sonic Book 1". The song, dedicated to wrongly incarcerated men, topped iTunes and Amazon R&B charts.
February 2024: Vbz on Vbz Tour Announcement & Cancellation
In February 2024, Omarion announced his Vbz on Vbz Tour, scheduled to begin on April 5, but it was later canceled.