Diamonté Quiava Valentin Harper, known professionally as Saweetie, is an American rapper and singer. She gained significant recognition with her 2017 debut single, 'Icy Grl,' which achieved double platinum certification by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). This success led to her signing with Warner Records in a joint venture with her then-manager Max Gousse's record label, Artistry Worldwide.
July 2, 1993: Birth of Saweetie
Saweetie, whose real name is Diamonté Quiava Valentin Harper, was born on July 2, 1993. She would later become known professionally as Saweetie, an American rapper and singer.
2004: Original Song 'Freek-a-Leek' by Petey Pablo
The song 'Freek-a-Leek' by Petey Pablo, which was sampled in Saweetie's 2019 hit 'My Type', was originally released in 2004.
2016: Freestyles on Instagram
In 2016, Saweetie began posting clips of her freestyles to her Instagram account. One of these freestyles, rapping over Khia's 'My Neck, My Back (Lick It)' beat, eventually turned into her breakout single 'Icy Grl'.
October 2017: Release of 'Focus' Video
In October 2017, Saweetie released a video for her song 'Focus', which samples DRAM's 'Gilligan'.
2017: First Extended Play: High Maintenance
In 2017, Saweetie released her debut extended play (EP), High Maintenance. Despite failing to chart, it marked the beginning of her music career.
2017: Debut Single and Signing with Warner Records
In 2017, Saweetie released her debut single, 'Icy Grl', which received double platinum certification from the RIAA. This success led her to sign with Warner Records in a joint venture with her then-manager Max Gousse's record label, Artistry Worldwide.
2017: Release of 'Icy Grl'
In the summer of 2017, Saweetie released her song 'Icy Grl' on SoundCloud. This song brought her to the attention of Max Gousse, a well-known producer and A&R executive, who became her manager.
January 2018: Named Tidal's Artist of the Week
In January 2018, Saweetie was named Tidal's Artist of the Week and one of Pigeons & Planes's Best New Artists of the Month.
February 2018: Featured in Fenty Beauty Super Bowl Ad and Signing with Warner Bros.
During Super Bowl LII in February 2018, Saweetie was featured in an ad for Rihanna's cosmetic company, Fenty Beauty. In the same month, she signed with Warner Bros. Records and Gousse's record label, Artistry Worldwide.
February 2018: Launch of Icy Records
In February 2018, Saweetie launched her own record label, Icy Records.
March 16, 2018: Release of High Maintenance EP
On March 16, 2018, Saweetie released her major label debut EP, High Maintenance. The EP has nine tracks and was produced by CashMoneyAP, Nyrell, and Saweetie's cousin, Zaytoven.
June 2018: Gold Certification for 'Icy Girl'
In June 2018, Saweetie's single 'Icy Girl' was certified Gold for sales of 500,000 units in the U.S.
September 2018: Saweetie begins dating Quavo
Saweetie began dating American rapper Quavo of the group Migos in September 2018. They were first seen together during the New York Fashion Week.
March 29, 2019: Release of Icy EP
On March 29, 2019, Saweetie released her second major label EP, Icy. Its first single, 'My Type', became Saweetie's first song to enter the Billboard Hot 100, debuting at number 81.
May 2019: Warner Bros. Records Rebranded as Warner Records
In May 2019, Warner Bros. Records was rebranded as Warner Records, the label to which Saweetie is signed.
August 23, 2019: Release of 'My Type' Remix
On August 23, 2019, Saweetie released a remix of her single 'My Type', featuring Jhené Aiko and City Girls.
September 2019: Launch of PrettyLittleThing x Saweetie Clothing Collection
In September 2019, Saweetie collaborated with PrettyLittleThing to launch a 59-piece clothing collection, PrettyLittleThing x Saweetie. The collection debuted during New York Fashion Week.
September 2019: Multi-Platinum Certification and Chart Success for 'Icy Girl'
In September 2019, Saweetie's single 'Icy Girl' was certified multi-platinum by the RIAA and reached No. 1 on Billboard's rhythmic songs airplay chart.
September 2019: Chart Success and Double Platinum Certification for 'My Type'
In September 2019, Saweetie's single 'My Type' hit number 1 on the Rhythmic Radio charts and was later certified double platinum in the U.S.
2019: Second EP and Billboard Success
In 2019, Saweetie released her second EP, Icy, which entered the Billboard 200. The single 'My Type' from this EP reached number 21 on the Billboard Hot 100 and received quadruple platinum certification from the RIAA.
January 28, 2020: Guest Performance on Wild 'N Out
On January 28, 2020, Saweetie appeared as a guest performer on VH1's Nick Cannon Presents: Wild 'N Out, performing her hit single 'My Type'.
March 2020: Beauty Collaboration with KISS Colors
In March 2020, Saweetie embarked on her first beauty collaboration by becoming the face of the KISS Colors edge fixer glue in the Edge Fixer Glued x Saweetie collection.
June 2020: Viral Success of 'Icy Grl' Video
By June 2020, Saweetie's video for 'Icy Grl' had gone viral, accruing 100 million views on YouTube. This video, initially posted in 2016, played a significant role in her rise to fame.
June 20, 2020: Release of 'Tap In'
On June 20, 2020, Saweetie released the lead single 'Tap In' from her upcoming debut album, Pretty Bitch Music. The single peaked at number 20 on the Billboard Hot 100.
July 2, 2020: Release of 'Pretty Bitch Freestyle'
On July 2, 2020, Saweetie released the promotional single 'Pretty Bitch Freestyle'.
July 31, 2020: Release of 'Bussin 2.0'
On July 31, 2020, Saweetie appeared alongside American rapper Tay Money on the song 'Bussin 2.0', with a music video premiering the same day.
August 6, 2020: Feature on Ava Max's 'Kings & Queens, Pt. 2'
On August 6, 2020, Saweetie was featured on Ava Max's song 'Kings & Queens, Pt. 2', alongside Lauv.
August 2020: Release of 'Tap In Remix'
In August 2020, Saweetie released a remix of 'Tap In', featuring rappers Post Malone, DaBaby, and Jack Harlow.
September 2020: 'Tap In' Reaches Number One on Urban Radio Chart
In September 2020, Saweetie's single 'Tap In' reached number one on Mediabase's Urban Radio Chart as well as the Billboard x Triller US and Global charts.
October 2020: Launch of Icy University
In October 2020, Saweetie launched her own virtual educational content series, Icy University.
October 23, 2020: Release of 'Back to the Streets'
On October 23, 2020, Saweetie released 'Back to the Streets' featuring Jhené Aiko, the second single from her upcoming album Pretty Bitch Music.
2020: Alleged physical altercation between Saweetie and Quavo
Video footage that surfaced in March 2021 showed a physical altercation between Saweetie and Quavo that allegedly happened in 2020.
2020: Commercial Success with 'Tap In'
In 2020, Saweetie's single 'Tap In' achieved commercial success, peaking at number 20 on the Billboard Hot 100. This success paved the way for her upcoming debut studio album, Pretty Bitch Music.
February 2021: Essenchills Collection with Sinful Colors
In February 2021, Saweetie launched her Essenchills collection with Sinful Colors.
March 2021: Launch of Jewelry Line and Co-Branded Makeup Collection
As of March 2021, Saweetie launched a jewelry line, a capsule clothing collection with PrettyLittleThing, and a co-branded makeup collection with Morphe.
March 2021: Video of altercation between Saweetie and Quavo surfaces
In late March 2021, video footage surfaced showing Saweetie and Quavo in a physical altercation that allegedly happened in 2020.
March 19, 2021: Saweetie and Quavo confirm breakup
On March 19, 2021, Saweetie confirmed via social media that she and Quavo were no longer together. She mentioned that Quavo had been unfaithful, writing 'Presents don't band aid scars and the love isn't real when the intimacy is given to other women.'
April 2021: Release of Pretty Summer Playlist: Season 1
In April 2021, Saweetie released the extended play Pretty Summer Playlist: Season 1, supported by singles 'Risky' featuring Drakeo the Ruler and 'Talkin' Bout' by Loui, featuring Saweetie.
April 30, 2021: Collaboration with Little Mix on 'Confetti' Remix
On April 30, 2021, Saweetie collaborated with British girl group Little Mix on the remix version of their song 'Confetti', with a video released the same day. The song peaked at number nine on the UK Singles Chart.
May 7, 2021: Release of 'Fast (Motion)'
On May 7, 2021, Saweetie released 'Fast (Motion)' as the fourth single from her upcoming album Pretty Bitch Music.
August 2021: Saweetie Meal at McDonald's and Hosting Culture Con
In August 2021, Saweetie launched the Saweetie Meal at McDonald's and hosted Culture Con 2021 for creatives of color. She also made her television acting debut in 3 episodes of Grown-ish as the character Indigo.
November 2021: Netflix releases Sex: Unzipped featuring Saweetie as host
In November 2021, Netflix released a sex-positive comedy special titled 'Sex: Unzipped' in which Saweetie was the host.
2021: Grammy Nominations
In 2021, Saweetie's single 'Best Friend' featuring Doja Cat earned a nomination for Best Rap/Sung Performance at the 64th Annual Grammy Awards. Additionally, Saweetie herself was nominated for Best New Artist.
January 2022: Saweetie stars in MAC Cosmetics campaign
In January 2022, Saweetie appeared as the star of MAC Cosmetics' 'Challenge Accepted' campaign alongside Cher.
November 18, 2022: Saweetie releases fourth EP 'The Single Life'
On November 18, 2022, Saweetie released her fourth EP, 'The Single Life'. The EP was preceded by the single 'Don't Say Nothin'', which was released just hours ahead of the project's release.
September 12, 2023: Tour with YG and Tyga canceled
It was announced on September 12, 2023, that the tour co-headlined by Saweetie, YG, and Tyga was canceled.