History of Tyga in Timeline
American rapper Tyga, first signed with Lil Wayne's Young Money Entertainment in 2008. His 2012 album "Careless World: Rise of the Last King," reached number four on the Billboard 200 and went platinum. It included the popular singles "Rack City" and "Faded." Though his 2013 album "Hotel California" and 2015 collaborative album with Chris Brown, "Fan of a Fan: The Album," were less successful, Tyga remains a recognized figure in the music industry.
November 19, 1989: Birth of Micheal Ray Stevenson
Micheal Ray Stevenson, who would later be known as Tyga, was born on November 19, 1989.
2007: Release of "Young On Probation"
Tyga released his debut mixtape, "Young On Probation," in 2007, attracting the attention of Travie McCoy.
June 10, 2008: Release of "No Introduction"
Tyga released his debut studio album, "No Introduction," on June 10, 2008.
June 2008: Tyga Robbed of Jewelry
In June 2008, Tyga was robbed of his jewelry, and the incident involved rapper 40 Glocc, who was seen with the stolen items.
2008: Tyga Signs with Young Money Entertainment
In 2008, Tyga signed a recording contract with Lil Wayne's Young Money Entertainment, marking a significant step in his career.
2008: Meeting Lil Wayne and Release of "Bedrock"
Tyga met Lil Wayne in 2008 and subsequently appeared on the hit single "Bedrock."
2009: "Diamond Life" Featured in Media
Tyga's song "Diamond Life" was featured in various media, including video games and the film "Fighting," in 2009.
September 6, 2010: Marriage to Jordan Craig
Tyga and Jordan Craig were married on September 6, 2010.
May 17, 2011: Release of "Far Away"
Tyga released "Far Away" on May 17, 2011, as the first official single from his upcoming album.
October 4, 2011: Release of "Still Got It"
Tyga released "Still Got It" on October 4, 2011, as the second single from his upcoming album.
October 5, 2011: Meeting Blac Chyna
Tyga met model Blac Chyna on October 5, 2011, at a tour after-party in Miami.
November 9, 2011: Engagement to Blac Chyna
Tyga and Blac Chyna got engaged on November 9, 2011, shortly after meeting.
December 6, 2011: Release of "Rack City"
Tyga released "Rack City" on December 6, 2011, initially as part of his "Well Done 2" mixtape, but it was later added to his album due to its popularity.
December 2011: Release of "#BitchImTheShit" Mixtape
Tyga released the mixtape "#BitchImTheShit" in December 2011 as a precursor to his upcoming album.
2011: Divorce from Jordan Craig
Tyga and Jordan Craig divorced in 2011, a year after their marriage.
2011: Release of "Deuces" and "F.A.M.E."
Tyga and Chris Brown released "Deuces" as the lead single from their collaborative mixtape, which was later included on Brown's album "F.A.M.E." in 2011.
2011: "#BitchImTheShit" Mixtape Release
In 2011, Tyga put out his mixtape titled "#BitchImTheShit."
January 13, 2012: Release of "Faded"
Tyga released "Faded" on January 13, 2012, as the fourth single from his album.
February 21, 2012: Release of "Careless World: Rise of the Last King"
Tyga's second studio album, "Careless World: Rise of the Last King," was released on February 21, 2012, showcasing a shift in his musical style.
March 2012: Urban Ink Magazine Cover
Tyga and Blac Chyna appeared on the cover of Urban Ink magazine in March 2012, showcasing their relationship.
August 2012: Tyga Accused of Not Paying for Diamond Watch
In August 2012, Tyga allegedly agreed to purchase a diamond pantheon watch for $28,275 from jeweler Jason Arasheben but failed to make the payment. This incident later became part of a larger lawsuit against Tyga.
October 2, 2012: Release of "Do My Dance"
Tyga released "Do My Dance" featuring 2 Chainz on October 2, 2012, as his sixth single.
October 16, 2012: Birth of King Cairo
Tyga and Blac Chyna welcomed their son, King Cairo, on October 16, 2012.
November 30, 2012: Release of "187" Mixtape
Tyga released the nine-track mixtape "187" on November 30, 2012.
December 3, 2012: Controversy over Tyga's Upbringing
On December 3, 2012, leaked footage brought into question Tyga's claims about his upbringing, leading to a public debate.
December 2012: Tyga Accused of Not Returning Borrowed Jewelry
Tyga allegedly borrowed a $63,000 diamond Cuban link chain from jeweler Jason Arasheben in December 2012 and never returned it. This incident, along with the unpaid watch, led to a lawsuit against Tyga.
2012: Release of "Careless World: Rise of the Last King"
Tyga released his second album, "Careless World: Rise of the Last King," on February 21, 2012, which achieved platinum certification and critical acclaim.
2012: Lawsuit over "Make It Nasty" Video
In 2012, Tyga faced lawsuits from two women who appeared in his "Make It Nasty" music video, alleging he used their images without consent.
April 9, 2013: Release of "Hotel California"
Tyga's third studio album, "Hotel California," was released on April 9, 2013.
August 27, 2013: Release of "Throw It Up"
Tyga released the single "Throw It Up" with DJ Mustard on August 27, 2013.
September 4, 2013: Tyga Sued by Jeweler Jason Arasheben
On September 4, 2013, Tyga faced a lawsuit from Beverly Hills jeweler Jason Arasheben for an alleged unpaid debt of $91,000 for a diamond watch and Cuban link chain. Tyga claimed illness prevented him from fully participating in the legal proceedings, but he did pay $100,000 towards the debt.
September 21, 2013: Additional Lawsuit over "Make It Nasty" Video
On September 21, 2013, another woman filed a lawsuit against Tyga related to the "Make It Nasty" video, claiming sexual battery and other charges.
October 21, 2013: Release of "Wait for a Minute"
Tyga premiered "Wait for a Minute" featuring Justin Bieber on October 21, 2013.
2013: Release of "Hotel California"
Tyga's third album, "Hotel California," was released in 2013, but it did not achieve the same level of success as his previous album.
April 9, 2014: Release of "Hookah"
Tyga released the song "Hookah" featuring Young Thug on April 9, 2014.
May 1, 2014: Tyga Hints at "The Gold Album"
On May 1, 2014, Tyga posted a tweet referencing Kanye West, Mike Dean, and his producer Jess Jackson, hinting at his upcoming album, "The Gold Album."
May 28, 2014: "Real Deal" Released on SoundCloud
Tyga released his new song, "Real Deal," on SoundCloud on May 28, 2014.
August 1, 2014: "Real Deal" Hits iTunes
On August 1, 2014, Tyga's single "Real Deal" was released on iTunes after its initial release on SoundCloud.
September 12, 2014: "40 Mill" Announcement
Tyga used Instagram to announce his new single, "40 Mill," produced by Kanye West, Mike Dean, Dupri, and Jess Jackson, on September 12, 2014.
October 2014: Tyga Criticizes Drake
In an interview in October 2014, Tyga made critical remarks about fellow rapper Drake, calling him "fake" and expressing his dislike for Nicki Minaj.
October 21, 2014: Tyga's Dispute with Young Money Entertainment
On October 21, 2014, Tyga publicly expressed his frustration with his record label, Young Money Entertainment, claiming they were delaying the release of his finished album.
November 18, 2014: "The Gold Album" Release Date
November 18, 2014, was set as the initial release date for Tyga's album, "The Gold Album," with Kanye West as executive producer.
December 4, 2014: "The Gold Album: 18th Dynasty" Goes Independent
On December 4, 2014, Tyga announced that "The Gold Album: 18th Dynasty" would be released independently, citing issues with Cash Money Records.
2014: Split with Blac Chyna
Tyga and Blac Chyna ended their relationship in 2014.
February 2015: "Fan of a Fan: The Album" Release
Tyga and Chris Brown released their collaborative album, "Fan of a Fan: The Album," in February 2015, featuring popular tracks like "Ayo."
May 2015: Tyga Ordered to Pay $90,000 to Former Landlord
A judge ordered Tyga to pay $90,000 to a former landlord in Calabasas, California, for unpaid rent in May 2015. This debt remained unpaid, leading to a subsequent ruling in June 2015.
June 2015: Tyga Ordered to Pay $80,000 to Former Landlord
In June 2015, a judge ordered Tyga to pay $80,000 to a former landlord in Calabasas, California, for unpaid rent. This was the second ruling in the case, following a previous order for $90,000 in May 2015.
June 23, 2015: "The Gold Album" Streaming Release
On June 23, 2015, "The Gold Album" was made available for streaming exclusively on Spotify and later on Apple Music.
July 24, 2015: "Kingin' with Tyga" Premieres
Tyga's reality show, "Kingin' with Tyga," premiered on MTV2 on July 24, 2015, giving viewers a glimpse into his life.
August 2015: Confirmation of Relationship with Kylie Jenner
After much speculation, Tyga publicly confirmed his relationship with Kylie Jenner in August 2015.
September 2015: Tyga Faces Tax Lien for $19,000
In September 2015, the state of California placed a tax lien on Tyga for $19,000 in unpaid taxes.
2015: Release of "The Gold Album: 18th Dynasty"
Tyga released his fourth album, "The Gold Album: 18th Dynasty," independently in 2015 after disagreements with Young Money.
2015: Collaboration with Chris Brown
Tyga collaborated with singer Chris Brown on the album "Fan of a Fan: The Album" in 2015.
2015: "Ride Out" Release
In 2015, Tyga was featured on the single "Ride Out."
September 7, 2016: Tyga Signs with GOOD Music
Kanye West announced on September 7, 2016, that Tyga had been signed to his GOOD Music label, a subsidiary of Def Jam Recordings.
2016: Tyga Receives Lawsuit on His Birthday
Tyga was served with a lawsuit on his birthday in 2016. The specific details of the lawsuit were not mentioned.
2016: Brief Relationship with Demi Rose
Tyga had a short-lived relationship with British model Demi Rose in 2016.
April 2017: Split with Kylie Jenner
Tyga and Kylie Jenner ended their relationship in April 2017.
July 17, 2017: Tyga Joins "Scream" Cast
On July 17, 2017, it was revealed that Tyga would be joining the third season of VH1's slasher series "Scream" as a series regular.
July 21, 2017: "BitchImTheShit2" Release
On July 21, 2017, Tyga released his fifth studio album, "BitchImTheShit2," a follow-up to his earlier mixtape "#BitchImTheShit" from 2011.
2017: Release of "BitchImTheShit2"
Tyga released his fifth album, "BitchImTheShit2," in 2017.
February 16, 2018: "Kyoto" Release
Tyga's sixth studio album, "Kyoto," was released on February 16, 2018, but unfortunately, it received poor reviews and did not perform well commercially.
May 2018: Release of "Taste"
In May 2018, Tyga released the single "Taste" featuring Offset, which became his most successful single in several years.
May 16, 2018: "Taste" Release
Tyga released the single "Taste," featuring Offset from Migos, on May 16, 2018, which became a major hit and helped him regain popularity.
2018: Post-"Taste" Success
Following the success of "Taste" in 2018, Tyga continued to release singles, including "Swish" and "Dip" featuring Nicki Minaj, marking a period of renewed success.
June 2019: "Legendary" Release
In June 2019, Tyga released his seventh studio album, titled "Legendary."
July 8, 2019: "Scream" Season 3 Premieres
The third season of the VH1 slasher television series "Scream," featuring Tyga as Jamal Elliot, premiered on July 8, 2019.
2019: "Go Loko" Collaboration
In 2019, YG and Tyga released the single "Go Loko," aiming to create a track that resonated with the Latino community.
2019: Release of "Legendary"
Tyga released his seventh album, "Legendary," in 2019.
July 2020: Launch of Tyga Bites
In July 2020, Tyga ventured into the food industry by launching "Tyga Bites," a virtual kitchen brand offering delivery-only menu items.
October 2021: Tyga Arrested on Domestic Abuse Charges
In October 2021, Tyga was taken into custody by police due to allegations of domestic abuse.
2021: Tyga on "The Masked Singer"
Tyga participated in the sixth season of "The Masked Singer" in 2021, disguised as "Dalmatian," and was the first contestant eliminated from Group B.
2021: Relationship with Camaryn Swanson
Tyga was romantically involved with Camaryn Swanson in 2021.
2023: Relationship with Avril Lavigne
Tyga was in a relationship with Canadian singer Avril Lavigne in 2023.