Lil Wayne

Lil Wayne, the famous rapper, was born on September 27, 1982.

At the age of 9, on January 1, 1990, Lil Wayne began his journey as a rapper.

On January 1, 1997, Lil Wayne accidentally shot himself but was saved by an off-duty New Orleans police officer, a moment that had a profound impact on his life and career.

At the age of 16, Lil Wayne launched his solo career with the release of his album 'The Block is Hot'. The album, produced by Mannie Fresh, gained him recognition as a solo artist, especially due to the success of the hit title track.

In 2003, Lil Wayne found success with his first solo mixtape, Da Drought. This mixtape was produced and distributed outside official music-industry channels.

Lil Wayne was arrested in New York City after police found him smoking marijuana near a tour bus and discovered a pistol near him. He was charged with criminal possession of a weapon and marijuana.

Lil Wayne was arrested after a stage performance in NYC. He was charged with possession of a weapon and marijuana.

Tha Carter III was released on June 10, 2008, with first-week sales of over 1 million copies, making it the first album to do so since 50 Cent's The Massacre (2005). The album's first single, 'Lollipop', became Lil Wayne's most successful song at the time.

After DNA evidence links the gun to Lil Wayne, he pleads guilty to felony gun possession and is expected to be sentenced to a year in prison.

On February 9, 2010, Lil Wayne posted a video on Ustream saying goodbye to his fans before his sentencing. He expressed his love and gratitude towards his supporters.

The beginning of Lil Wayne's jail term is delayed once again due to a basement fire at the courthouse where he was supposed to be sentenced. The fire was later determined to be accidental. That same night, Wayne makes a surprise appearance on stage with Young Jeezy at Madison Square Garden.

Lil Wayne is finally sentenced and starts serving his jail term. Shortly before the sentencing, he sends out a tweet expressing his thoughts on the law. He assures his fans that he will come back.

On June 30, 2010, Lil Wayne was sentenced to three years' probation by an Arizona judge as a result of his 2008 arrest in the state on charges of drug and firearm possession. This legal outcome marked a significant development in Lil Wayne's legal battles and had implications for his future activities.

Lil Wayne released his tenth album, I Am Not a Human Being, on his 28th birthday. The album included the successful single 'Right Above It' which reached No. 6 on the Billboard Hot 100.

Wayne's album 'I Am Not a Human Being', which was recorded before he began his sentence, achieves the top position on the Billboard albums chart.

On November 2, 2010, Lil Wayne posts his final letter before being released from prison, titled 'The End of a Long Journey'. In the letter, he expresses gratitude towards his family, fans, and friends, and asserts that he will remain true to himself.

Lil Wayne was released from his one-year prison sentence at Rikers Island on November 4, 2010, due to good behavior.

Detailing the criminal history of rapper Lil Wayne, including his legal issues and troubles with the law.

Tha Carter IV, originally scheduled for May 16, was released on August 29, 2011. It debuted at number one on the Billboard 200.

In 2012, Lil Wayne won the award for Best Male Artist. He was recognized for his talent and contributions to the music industry.

In October 2012, Lil Wayne's private jet made emergency landings in Texas and Louisiana due to seizures. Despite media reports of his condition being severe, his publicist denied it, stating he was treated for a severe migraine and dehydration. This incident led to revelations that Lil Wayne was taking seizure medication.

Lil Wayne announced that Tha Carter V would be his final album as he wanted to pursue other interests.

In March 2013, Lil Wayne was treated at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles after experiencing seizures on a music video set. He was released but reportedly found unconscious later, leading to his admission to the intensive care unit. The seizures were linked to high amounts of codeine in his system.

Lil Wayne released I Am Not a Human Being II on March 26, 2013, debuting at number two on the Billboard 200.

On January 8, 2014, Lil Wayne received the award for Best Rap Artist. This recognition highlighted his skill and influence in the rap genre.

On January 13, 2015, Lil Wayne announced a $51 million lawsuit against Cash Money Records due to the delay of Tha Carter V. This legal action marked a turning point in Lil Wayne's relationship with the label.

Lil Wayne announces a streaming deal with Tidal for his upcoming album 'Free Weezy', becoming a part-owner of the streaming service.

Legal documents reveal Lil Wayne's attempt to remove Birdman from Young Money due to royalty payment issues, fearing that Drake and Nicki Minaj might leave the label.

Lil Wayne drops his album 'Free Weezy' exclusively on Tidal, a platform he has a streaming deal with.

An indictment from Cobb County, Georgia alleged that Birdman and Young Thug conspired with Peewee Roscoe to kill Lil Wayne in a tour bus shooting. The indictment highlighted connections between Roscoe, Thug, and Birdman.

Peewee Roscoe claims that the shooting of Lil Wayne's tour bus was a result of financial dispute between Wayne and Birdman. Roscoe insists that Birdman should be held partially responsible for the incident.

After a year of beef, Birdman and Lil Wayne are seen together at Drake's New Year's Eve party, hinting at a potential reconciliation. Reports suggest that a peace agreement was brokered by Mack Maine through a phone call prior to the party.

Birdman and Lil Wayne make a public appearance together on stage in Miami, indicating a further step towards reconciliation after their past disputes.

In September 2016, a judge ruled in favor of Lil Wayne in his legal battle against Birdman. The decision was related to Birdman allegedly taking a large sum of money from the label's advance without proper authorization.

Negotiations between Lil Wayne and Birdman reportedly become heated again as the court orders Cash Money to hand over documents regarding a $51 million lawsuit, potentially leading to the end of their business relationship.

After three years, Lil Wayne and Birdman finally reach a settlement in the $51 million lawsuit, with details kept private. Wayne's attorney emphasizes Wayne's ownership of his assets and music, signaling a new chapter for the rapper.

Amidst speculation and hints from Floyd Mayweather, there is buzz around a rumored release date for 'Tha Carter V'. Fans eagerly anticipate the arrival of Lil Wayne's new album.

After rumors and false starts, Lil Wayne officially announces that 'Tha Carter V' will be dropping on his birthday. This announcement excites fans who have been eagerly awaiting the album.

Lil Wayne finally releases his highly anticipated album 'Tha Carter V' on his birthday. This album marks a significant moment in his career as it is his first album not released under the Cash Money label.

The ongoing dispute between Lil Wayne and Birdman's Cash Money Records has been a long-standing issue in the music industry.

On October 29, 2020, just before the presidential election, Lil Wayne posted a photo with President Donald Trump on Twitter. In the caption, he mentioned discussing criminal justice reform and Trump's Platinum Plan, aiming to increase access to capital in Black communities by nearly $500 billion.