Post Malone
Post Malone is an American rapper, singer, and songwriter born Austin Richard Post on July 4, 1995. He rose to fame with his 2015 single 'White Iverson' and has since become one of the best-selling music artists of his generation.
Early Life
Austin Richard Post was born on July 4, 1995, in Syracuse, New York. He was raised primarily in Grapevine, Texas, after his family relocated when he was a child. His father, Rich Post, served as a DJ during his youth, which exposed Austin to a wide range of musical genres from an early age. Post Malone developed an interest in guitar during his teenage years and began experimenting with music production and recording software while attending Grapevine High School.
Career Beginnings
After graduating high school, Post Malone briefly attended Tarrant County College in Fort Worth, Texas, before leaving to pursue a music career in Los Angeles, California. In February 2015, he released the song 'White Iverson,' a self-recorded track that he uploaded to SoundCloud. The song gained rapid traction online and attracted significant attention from major record labels. Later that year, he signed with Republic Records and began working with prominent producers and artists in the industry.
Rise to Fame
Post Malone's debut mixtape, 'August 26th,' was released in August 2016, followed by his commercial debut EP 'September 26th' later that year. His debut studio album, 'Stoney,' was released in December 2016 and achieved considerable commercial success, eventually being certified platinum multiple times by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). The album featured collaborations with artists including Justin Bieber and Quavo.
His second studio album, 'Beerbongs & Bentleys,' was released in April 2018 and debuted at number one on the Billboard 200. It broke several streaming records upon its release and was certified diamond by the RIAA. The album included hit singles such as 'Rockstar,' featuring 21 Savage, and 'Psycho,' featuring Ty Dolla $ign.
Continued Success
Post Malone released his third studio album, 'Hollywood's Bleeding,' in September 2019. The album also debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 and featured collaborations with artists including Ozzy Osbourne, Travis Scott, and Halsey. The single 'Circles' from this album became one of the longest-charting songs in Billboard Hot 100 history. His fourth studio album, 'Twelve Carat Toothache,' was released in June 2022 and featured guest appearances from Doja Cat, The Weeknd, and Roddy Ricch, among others.
In 2024, Post Malone released 'F-1 Trillion,' a country-influenced album that marked a notable stylistic shift in his discography. The project featured collaborations with numerous established country artists, including Morgan Wallen, Blake Shelton, and Luke Combs, and demonstrated his ability to work across multiple musical genres.
Artistic Style
Post Malone is known for blending elements of hip-hop, pop, R&B, and rock music. His work is characterized by melodic vocal delivery, introspective lyrics, and genre-blending production. He is also recognized for his distinctive appearance, which includes extensive facial tattoos that he began acquiring in the mid-2010s.
Awards and Recognition
Throughout his career, Post Malone has received numerous awards and nominations, including American Music Awards, Billboard Music Awards, and MTV Video Music Awards. He has been recognized by the Recording Industry Association of America as one of the top-certified artists in the United States. His music has consistently performed well on international charts, establishing him as a globally recognized recording artist.
Personal Life
Post Malone has maintained a relatively private personal life. He became a father in 2022 following the birth of his daughter. He has resided in Utah in recent years. He is known for his interest in beer, having launched his own hard seltzer brand, Bud Light Seltzer Sessions, in collaboration with Anheuser-Busch.
