Smokepurpp first made his mark in the music industry with the release of his music video, ‘It’s Nothin’ featuring Lil Ominous, in September 2014, quickly establishing himself in the burgeoning SoundCloud rap scene. He solidified his early presence with tracks such as ‘Live Off a Lick’ featuring XXXTentacion in 2015. His trajectory saw a significant turning point in March 2017 when he signed a joint venture record deal with Alamo Records and Interscope Records. This milestone preceded the release of his commercial debut single ‘Audi’ in May 2017, a track that achieved RIAA platinum certification and garnered over 122 million streams on Spotify, underscoring his rapid ascent.
As he continues to shape the landscape of contemporary rap, his live performance schedule remains robust, highlighted by an upcoming appearance in Moscow alongside Lil Pump in June 2025, signaling his enduring global appeal and commitment to touring.