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Carter's first song "Cry" is released
This was his first rap song that he ever released. At this time, he went by the alias of "$ir Cartier." -
Carter changes his name from "$sir Cartier" to "Playboi Carti"
The artist finally made the switch from his original name, as he felt it was time for a change after moving to the Bronx. -
Carti meets producer Ethereal, and joins Awful Records
After befriending the up and coming producer Ethereal, Carti joined Awful Records, a label based in New York. -
"Broke Boi" Releases
As a song that jumpstarted his career, "Broke Boi" was one of Carter's first big breaks. -
"Fetti" is Released
Featuring Maxo Kream & Da$h, "Fetti" was another one of Plaboi Carti's early songs. The song serves as an example of -
"Playboi Carti Preaching" footage is recorded
In the low-resolution video, Carter talks about his come-up and journey to being a successful rapper. Years later, the video is seen as a testament to his commitment to music-making. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=exTUDQVIP6o&t=158s&ab_channel=DJBapeRich -
Carti signs to A.W.G.E. Records
Playboi Carti signs the biggest record deal of his career, through fashion and rap icon A$AP Rocky's A.W.G.E. label. -
Carti is featured on "Cozy Tapes Vol. 1"
After signing with A.W.G.E, he appeared on the record Cozy Tapes Vol. 1 with A$AP Rocky & A$AP Mob. At this point, it was the biggest feature of career, gaining him recognition. -
"Playboi Carti" is released
Carti's debut Self Titled album is released, giving him national attention. -
"Die Lit" is released
Carti's second studio album "Die Lit" is released -
Carti is featured on "Get Dripped"
Easily one of his best-known features, Carti raps along with Lil Yachty on the hit track "Get Dripped." -
"@ MEH" is released
After a drought of new music due to leaks, Carti finally released new music with "@ MEH" -
Carti's first son "Onyx" is born
His first-born "Onyx" is welcomed into the world. He is the child of Carter and his at-the-time girlfriend and critically acclaimed Iggy Azalea. -
"Whole Lotta Red" is released
Carti released his third studio album Whole Lotta Red, an experimental masterpiece. -
"Sky" music video releases
Known as one of the most popular songs off of "Whole Lotta Red," Carti released the video for "Sky." -
"Narcissist Tour" Starts
After the much-anticipated album is released, Carti goes on to perform the project with the "Narcissist Tour." -
Carti performs WLR at the Smoker's Club Festival
Carti performs Whole Lotta Red at the Smoker's Club festival in San Bernadino CA.