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 recognized for his unique vocal delivery, fashion, and impact on hip hop and trap music. He's considered a pioneer of mumble rap. Beginning his career in 2011 with the 'I Came from Nothing' mixtape series, he gained prominence after signing with Gucci Mane's 1017 Records in 2013 and releasing the acclaimed mixtape '1017 Thug'.
July 2013: Included in '25 New Rappers to Watch Out For'
In July 2013, Complex included Young Thug in their list of 25 New Rappers to Watch Out For.
2013: Critical Acclaim for '1017 Thug'
In 2013, Young Thug's mixtape '1017 Thug' received positive reviews and was included in several year-end lists, with FACT calling it the best mixtape of the year. The song "Picacho" was also noted as a standout track.
December 4, 2014: Recognition from Rolling Stone
In the December 4, 2014, issue, Rolling Stone called Young Thug the "most exciting new voice of hip-hop" and "hip-hop's new crown prince".
April 2017: Cleared of Battery Charges
In April 2017, Young Thug was cleared of battery charges after he was accused of slapping a woman outside a nightclub.
April 2017: Gun and Drug Charges Dropped
In April 2017, Young Thug's gun and drug charges were dropped following a raid on his home due to lack of a warrant, with only felony marijuana possession remaining. He was also sued by Heritage Select Homes for owing almost $2.2 million in house payments.
2017: First Number-One Single
In 2017, Young Thug featured on Camila Cabello's hit song "Havana", which became his first number-one single on the Billboard Hot 100.
May 19, 2018: Contribution to 'This Is America'
On May 19, 2018, Childish Gambino's "This Is America," which Young Thug co-wrote and provided background vocals for, debuted at number one on the Billboard Hot 100.
August 16, 2019: So Much Fun Album Release
On August 16, 2019, Young Thug released his album "So Much Fun" on his 28th birthday, featuring many guest appearances and debuting at number one on the US Billboard 200.
2019: Release of 'So Much Fun'
In 2019, Young Thug's debut studio album, 'So Much Fun', peaked at the top of the US Billboard 200 and featured the hit singles "The London" and "Hot".
2020: Success with 'Go Crazy' and 'Franchise'
In 2020, Young Thug's single "Go Crazy" with Chris Brown reached number three on the charts, becoming his first top-ten single as a lead artist. He also appeared on Travis Scott's "Franchise," which topped the chart.
April 16, 2021: Slime Language 2 Album Release
On April 16, 2021, YSL Records, Young Thug, and Gunna released their compilation album Slime Language 2, which debuted at number one on the Billboard 200.
September 2021: Number One on Billboard Hot 100 with "Way 2 Sexy"
In September 2021, Young Thug reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 for the third time in his career with his feature on "Way 2 Sexy" alongside Future, the lead single off Drake's album Certified Lover Boy.
2021: Continued Chart Success and Album Releases
In 2021, Young Thug appeared on Drake's "Way 2 Sexy", which topped the charts. His second studio album, 'Punk', was released in October to continued success, and YSL Records released 'Slime Language 2', which debuted at number one on the Billboard 200.
