Real Name: Tione Jayden Merritt

Aliases:

BORN:

Apr 30, 2001

AGE:

22

NET WORTH:

N/A

HEIGHT:

5'10

BIO

Bronx, New York artist Lil Tjay started his music career in 2016 by simply releasing tracks on Soundcloud. His first song was “Resume” and it garnered attention quickly online. In 2018, he performed at a showcase and caught the attention of an A&R, leading to the release of his single “Brothers,” which earned him a record deal with Columbia Records. He released his debut EP No Comparison the same year. Tjay’s break broke out moment was his feature on Polo G’s hit single “Pop Out”, which peaked at 11 via Billboard Hot 100. At the end of 2019, Lil Tjay released his debut album True 2 Myself, which reached No. 5 on the US Billboard 200. Since then, Lil Tjay has been growing his fanbase with his highest charting single, “Calling My Phone” featuring 6Lack and it is now 3x platinum. His most recent album, Destined 2 Win, is now RIAA certified gold.

PROPS

Lil Tjay went viral with breakthrough single “Brothers”
Lil Tjay is a 24x platinum selling artist.

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Top Lil Tjay Questions

How did Lil Tjay get his name?

His stage name is derived from the first letter of his first name and first three letters of his middle name.

What was Lil Tjay’s breakthrough single?

“Brothers”

Where is Lil Tjay from?

The Bronx, NY

Who are some of Lil Tjay’s influences?

Drake, Meek Mill, Usher

Who is Lil Tjay signed to?

Columbia Records

What are some of Lil Tjay’s biggest collaborations?

Pop Smoke, J. Cole, Moneybagg Yo, Offset and many more.

Lil Tjay

Real name: Tione Jayden Merritt

Aliases:

Lil Tjay Gets Into Backstage Scuffle At Hot 97 Summer Jam

Lil Tjay Gets Into Backstage Scuffle At Hot 97 Summer Jam

News | Jun 6, 2023, 5:30 AM PDT

Lil Tjay Turns Himself In For Previous Gun Charge, Not Arrested

Lil Tjay Turns Himself In For Previous Gun Charge Related To Shooting

News | May 6, 2023, 11:30 AM PDT

Lil Tjay Shares Revelation About Shooting During Paris Concert

Lil Tjay Shares Revelation About Shooting During Paris Concert

News | Apr 17, 2023, 3:33 PM PDT

Lil Tjay Puts Friend On Blast For Allegedly Snitching On Him: 'N-ggas Is Rats!'

Lil Tjay Puts Friend On Blast For Allegedly Snitching On Him: 'N-ggas Is Rats!'

News | Mar 20, 2023, 2:00 PM PDT

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Ice Spice & Lil Tjay Spark Dating Rumors With V-Day Gift

Ice Spice & Lil Tjay Spark Dating Rumors With Pricey Valentine's Day Gift

News | Feb 15, 2023, 7:39 AM PST

Lil Tjay Opens Up About PTSD Struggle: ‘I Be Feeling Like I’m Gonna Die’

Lil Tjay Opens Up About PTSD Struggle: ‘I Be Feeling Like I’m Gonna Die’

News | Feb 13, 2023, 3:55 PM PST

Lil Tjay Released On Bail After Judge Blunder Sent Him To Jail For Second Time This Month

Lil Tjay Released On Bail After Judge Blunder Sent Him To Jail For Second Time This Month

News | Jan 28, 2023, 1:18 PM PST

Lil Tjay Recalls 50 Cent's Advice After Being Shot Seven Timesv

Lil Tjay Recalls 50 Cent's Advice After Being Shot Seven Times

News | Jan 26, 2023, 3:54 AM PST

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Ice Spice & Lil Tjay Honor Late Gangsta Boo On New Collab

Ice Spice & Lil Tjay Honor Late Gangsta Boo On New Diddy-Sampling Collab

News | Jan 20, 2023, 7:52 AM PST

Lil Tjay To Be Released On $90K Bond After NYC Gun Arrest

Lil Tjay To Be Released On $90K Bond After NYC Gun Arrest

News | Jan 19, 2023, 8:32 AM PST