Hood Taylor embarked on his music career contributing to the 2018 EP Big Chillin’, featuring on tracks such as ‘My Time,’ ‘IDC’ (with Bryce Elkin), and ‘1 Of a Kind.’ This early work showcased his signature style, known for impactful lyricism and emotional depth. In 2019, Taylor released the single ‘Falling Out,’ a collaboration with Chance Peña, which quickly became his most popular track to date, accumulating over 304,000 streams across platforms and establishing his presence as a compelling alternative singer-songwriter. Building on this momentum, Taylor continued to expand his discography with notable releases. In 2020, he released ‘Fire in a Shoe’ featured on Saint.
The year 2022 proved prolific, seeing the release of the singles ‘Abracadabra,’ ‘This Ain’t Love,’ and ‘Texas Two Step.’ ‘Abracadabra’ garnered significant streams and strong engagement on platforms like TikTok, further amplifying his reach. Taylor also expanded his collaborative efforts in 2022, featuring on ‘Marlboro McLaren (The Bad Guy)’, ‘Not Alone’ on Songs4her, ‘Disappear’, and ‘Reef’ from Distant Sirens, Empty Skies, the latter again pairing him with Chance Peña, alongside Blu. His consistent output continued into 2023 with the release of the singles ‘Nervous’ and ‘Why.’ Most recently, Taylor released the single ‘Talk to God’ in 2024, demonstrating his ongoing commitment to new music. His growing audience is primarily based in the United States, with a significant secondary market developing in South Africa, reflecting his broadening international appeal.
Taylor maintains an active presence across major social media and streaming services, consistently engaging with his fanbase and continuing to develop his unique sound. With a dedicated focus on impactful storytelling through his music, Taylor continues to forge a distinctive path in the alternative singer-songwriter landscape, consistently delivering new projects and expanding his global footprint.