Young Thug's Success and Achievements in Timeline
A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Young Thug.
Young Thug, born Jeffery Lamar Williams II, is an influential American rapper known for his unique vocal style, fashion, and contributions to hip hop and trap music. He is considered a pioneer of mumble rap. His music career began in 2011 with the I Came from Nothing mixtape series. In 2013, he signed with Gucci Mane's 1017 Records, gaining recognition for his mixtape 1017 Thug.
April 2017: Cleared of Battery Charges
In April 2017, Young Thug was cleared of battery charges after reportedly slapping a woman outside a nightclub the previous month.
April 2017: Gun and Drug Charges Dropped
In April 2017, Young Thug's gun and drug charges were dropped following a raid of his home.
August 16, 2019: Release of So Much Fun
On August 16, 2019, Young Thug released his album So Much Fun, which debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200.
April 16, 2021: Release of Slime Language 2
On April 16, 2021, YSL Records, Young Thug, and Gunna released their second compilation album Slime Language 2, which debuted at number one on the Billboard 200.
September 2021: Reached Number One on Billboard Hot 100
In September 2021, Young Thug reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 for the third time in his career with his feature alongside Future on "Way 2 Sexy", the lead single off Drake's album Certified Lover Boy.
Mentioned in this timeline
Chris Brown is an American singer songwriter dancer and actor...
Ariana Grande-Butera is a highly influential American singer songwriter and...
Travis Scott born Jacques Bermon Webster II is a highly...
Ye formerly known as Kanye West is a highly influential...
Jermaine Lamarr Cole known as J Cole is an American...
The Billboard Hot is the premier music chart in the...
Trending
58 minutes ago Norwegian Cruise Line Announces 2026-28 Asia Cruises, Tackles Chair-Hogging with Stickers.
2 hours ago Riot's Valorant Anti-Cheat Update Bricks $6000 Cheating Hardware, Trolls Cheaters on Social Media.
3 hours ago Kirk Cousins Expected as Raiders QB1; Mendoza Impresses, Penix Jr. Sends Message
4 hours ago Miley Cyrus Rescues 20-Year-Old Tortoise, Expanding Her Family With New Pet
4 hours ago Christian Bale's Flop Movies Find New Life on HBO Max Streaming Platform
5 hours ago Paul W. Downs and Meg Stalter attend American Music Awards 2026, joking about outfits.
Popular
Thomas Massie is a Republican politician and engineer representing Kentucky's...
Ken Paxton is an American politician and lawyer serving as...
William Franklin Graham III known as Franklin Graham is an...
Michael Joseph Jackson the King of Pop was a highly...
Tulsi Gabbard is an American politician and U S military...
Chip Roy is an American attorney and politician currently serving...