Basic Information:
Name: Jaylah Ji'mya Hickmon (also known as Doechii)
Date of Birth: August 14, 1998
Nationality: American
Profession: Rapper, Singer, Songwriter
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Biography:
Jaylah Ji'mya Hickmon (born August 14, 1998), known professionally as Doechii, is an American rapper and songwriter hailing from Tampa, Florida. She gained prominence for her eclectic and provocative style, establishing herself as a promising figure in contemporary rap. Doechii's upbringing was Christian, and she attended Howard W. Blake High School in Tampa. Her early exposure to the arts included ballet, tap dancing, acting, cheerleading, and gymnastics. While she initially planned to pursue a career as a professional choral singer, a friend encouraged her to independently produce and release music online. This pivotal moment set her on the path to becoming the artist known as Doechii.
Doechii began writing poetry and rap in high school and started making music around 2014. She released her debut song, "Girls," on SoundCloud in 2016. She gained significant attention on TikTok with the viral success of her 2020 song "Yucky Blucky Fruitcake.” In 2022, she signed with Top Dawg Entertainment in a joint venture with Capitol Records, becoming the first female rapper to do so. She is known for her unique sounds, remarkable artistic performances, and profound perspectives on personal and societal themes. Doechii also sold hoodies with the phrase "Stay woke. Stay black." in protest of police brutality.
Since then, Doechii has continued to evolve as an artist, pushing boundaries and experimenting with new sounds. Her music resonates with a diverse audience, drawn to her authenticity and her ability to connect on a deeply personal level. She is not only a talented musician but also a passionate advocate for social justice, using her platform to raise awareness about issues affecting her community. Kendrick Lamar has praised Doechii's talent, stating that she is "the hardest out."
Career Timeline:
2014: Embarked on her musical journey, starting to create music.
2016: Introduced "Girls" on SoundCloud, marking her official debut as Iamdoechii.
2019: Released "Coven Music Session, Vol. 1," expanding her discography.
2020: Gained viral recognition on TikTok with "Yucky Blucky Fruitcake" and launched her self-funded debut EP, Oh the Places You'll Go.
2022: Signed with Top Dawg Entertainment/Capitol Records, released "Persuasive" (remixed with SZA), and was named in XXL's Freshman Class.
2023: Earned her first Billboard Hot 100 entry with "What It Is (Block Boy)" (featuring Kodak Black), achieving RIAA platinum certification.
2024: Won Best Rap Album at the 67th Annual Grammy Awards for her mixtape, Alligator Bites Never Heal, and launched her "Alligator Bites Never Heal" tour.
Achievements:
Doechii has received numerous accolades for her musical talent. She won Best Rap Album at the 67th Annual Grammy Awards for her mixtape, Alligator Bites Never Heal. Her success at the Grammy's made her the third woman to win in the category. She was the recipient of the 2023 Rising Star Award from Billboard Women in Music. Doechii has also received nominations for two MTV Video Music Awards, a BET Award, and two Soul Train Music Awards. Kendrick Lamar has praised Doechii's talent, stating that she is "the hardest out." She has appeared on RuPaul's Drag Race, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, and NPR's Tiny Desk Concert web series.
Key Quotes / Catchphrases:
“Black women out there, that are watching me right now… I want to tell you, you can do it. Anything is possible.” (From her Grammy acceptance speech)
