United States 
Rod Wave performs for NPR’s Tiny Desk Concert series
5 years ago
Rod Wave, born Rodarius Marcell Green, is an American rapper, singer, and songwriter known for his emotive vocals and fusion of R&B and hip hop, establishing himself as a significant figure in 'trap-soul' music.
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Request A ShowRod Wave signed with Alamo Records in 2018. They have released several albums together, including 'Ghetto Gospel', 'Pray 4 Love', 'SoulFly', 'Beautiful Mind', and 'Nostalgia'.
Rod Wave signed a global co-publishing deal with Sony Music Publishing (formerly Sony/ATV Publishing) in May 2020. This partnership aimed to support his career progression and future projects, including his aspirations to write movie scripts.
Audiomack selected Rod Wave as the first artist in their 'Up Now' emerging artist program in April 2020, continuing their support for his music dissemination.
Rod Wave's 'SoulFly' tour in 2021, featuring thirty-six stops across the United States, was presented by Rolling Loud and Live Nation, marking the first tour under their new joint venture.
Live Nation co-presented Rod Wave's 'SoulFly' tour in 2021, a 36-stop tour across the United States, as part of a new joint venture with Rolling Loud.
HuiLi Apparel acknowledged Rod Wave's authenticity and dedication as an inspiration for their brand, suggesting a collaborative appreciation of similar values, though not explicitly an official partnership.
Rodarius Marcell Green, known professionally as Rod Wave, was born on August 27, 1998, in St. Petersburg, Florida. His early life was marked by challenges, including his parents’ divorce and his father’s incarceration. Facing financial hardship, Green navigated a difficult path that led to involvement in various illicit activities and multiple stints in juvenile centers. Despite these obstacles, his father, upon release, encouraged him to pursue music. This pivotal shift provided Green with a microphone and computer, tools that helped redirect his energy toward a more constructive path.
Green’s music career officially began in 2015, marked by early mixtapes such as ‘Rookie of the Year’ and ‘Hunger Games’ trilogy. In 2018, he signed with Alamo Records, which became instrumental in his rise to prominence. A turning point arrived in 2019 with the release of his mixtape ‘PTSD,’ featuring the single ‘Heart on Ice.’ This track gained significant viral traction on TikTok and YouTube, eventually peaking at number 25 on the Billboard Hot 100. His debut studio album, ‘Ghetto Gospel’ (2019), executive-produced by Kevin Gates, reached number ten on the US Billboard 200, solidifying his presence in the music industry.
Rod Wave has consistently achieved commercial success and critical recognition, with his albums frequently topping charts. His second album, ‘Pray 4 Love’ (2020), reached number two on the Billboard 200 and included ‘Rags2Riches,’ which peaked at number 12 on the Billboard Hot 100. His subsequent albums, ‘SoulFly’ (2021), ‘Beautiful Mind’ (2022), and ‘Nostalgia’ (2023), all debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 and earned platinum certifications from the RIAA. This achievement made him, alongside Taylor Swift, the only artist to release a new chart-topping solo album in each of those three consecutive years. His sixth album, ‘Last Lap’ (2024), debuted at number two, marking his seventh consecutive top ten album and making him the only male artist to chart a top ten album every year from 2019 to 2024. He has sold 65 million digital copies in the United States and has been nominated for an American Music Award, a Billboard Music Award, and an iHeartRadio Music Award, showcasing his significant impact on contemporary music.
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