Joyner Lucas
Born 1988 · Age 37
American rapper, singer, songwriter and actor from Worcester, Massachusetts. Known for narrative storytelling, viral videos (e.g., "Ross Capicchioni", "I'm Not Racist"), collaborations with Eminem and Chris Brown, and co-founding music tech platform Tully.
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Born in Worcester, Massachusetts
Gary Maurice Lucas Jr. was born in Worcester, Massachusetts.
Begins rapping at age 10
Started rapping as a child; early musical interest that shaped his career.
Forms Film Skool Rejekts and releases Workprint mixtape
Adopted the stage name Future Joyner, collaborated with cousin/uncle Cyrus tha Great; group released Workprint: The Greatest Mixtape of All Time.
Releases first solo mixtape 'Listen to Me' (as Future Joyner)
First solo mixtape release under the name Future Joyner.
Releases LFO's (Low Frequency Oscillators)
Released first mixtape under the Joyner Lucas moniker (listed as 2012/2013 in various sources).
Drops 'Future' and continues as Joyner Lucas
After the rapper Future rose to prominence, he dropped 'Future' from his stage name and continued as Joyner Lucas.
Release and viral impact of 'Ross Capicchioni'
Single/video about a real-life shooting gained massive online exposure and led to industry attention.
Co-founds music tech platform Tully
Co-founded Tully (songwriting/artist management app) with manager Dhruv Joshi to help artists manage creation and distribution.
Featured in 2015 BET Hip-Hop Awards Cypher
Following momentum from 'Ross Capicchioni', he was promoted from the online cypher to the live broadcast cypher.
Releases mixtape 'Along Came Joyner'
Mixtape contains the breakout single 'Ross Capicchioni' which gained critical acclaim and widespread streams.
Tully usage begins (company founding date repeated)
Tully founding often cited as 2015 in bios; platform growth and later Sony investment reported in 2020.
Son Joyner Messiah Lucas born (fatherhood)
Joyner shares a son (Joyner Messiah Lucas) with Carmen Julissa Ayala; son born Feb 20, 2016 (explicit date available).
Becomes known for remixes
From 2016 onward, built recognition by remixing popular hip-hop hits (e.g., 'Gucci Gang', 'Bank Account', 'DNA').
Birth of son Joyner Messiah Lucas
Joyner's son was born; child has cameo appearances in music videos later.
Signs to Atlantic Records
Joyner Lucas signed a record deal with Atlantic Records.
Releases major-label mixtape '508-507-2209'
Fourth mixtape and major label debut via Atlantic Records; includes singles 'I'm Sorry', 'Ultrasound', 'Just Like You', 'Winter Blues'.
Releases 'I'm Not Racist' single & video
Controversial political song and video about race relations released on YouTube; quickly went viral and drew major critical attention.
‘I'm Not Racist’ receives RIAA gold certification
The single accrued enough sales/streams to be certified gold by the RIAA (certification referenced in biographical sources).
Announces collaborative project with Chris Brown, 'Angels & Demons'
Collaboration with Chris Brown announced; collaborative single 'Stranger Things' released the following day.
Releases single 'Stranger Things' with Chris Brown
Single marked Joyner's first entry on the Billboard Hot 100.
Releases single 'Frozen'
Single addressing reckless driving, part of lead-up to collaborative project with Chris Brown.
Releases single 'I Don't Die' (Angels & Demons second single)
Second single from collaborative project with Chris Brown.
Cancels Australian & European tour dates due to laryngitis
Canceled appearances on 'I'm Kind of a Big Deal' tour because of hoarseness and laryngitis.
Featured on Eminem's 'Lucky You' (Kamikaze)
Feature on Eminem's album 'Kamikaze'. 'Lucky You' debuted at #6 on the Billboard Hot 100, marking Joyner's first top-10 entry.
Brief disagreement with Hopsin (resolved)
Short back-and-forth on Twitter that was quickly resolved with a FaceTime screenshot and apparent peace.
Announces debut studio album 'ADHD' and lead single
Announced debut studio album ADHD; lead single 'I Love' slated for release the following week.
Releases lead single 'I Love' from ADHD
Lead single from the upcoming debut studio album ADHD.
Public feud with Tory Lanez (Nov 19–23, 2018)
Back-and-forth freestyles and social media exchanges; publicly escalated in November 2018.
Grammy nomination(s) announced (61st Grammys)
Nominated for Best Music Video for 'I'm Not Racist' and also credited on Eminem's 'Lucky You' (Best Rap Song nomination).
Parts ways with Atlantic Records
Announced departure from Atlantic Records and returned to independent/self-release approach.
Beefs and resolution with Logic; collaboration on 'ISIS'
Public feud with Logic ends when Logic appears as the guest on 'ISIS', a single from ADHD; the collaboration was revealed in 2019.
Resolves feud with Tory Lanez; collaborates on remix of 'Suge'
Public end of the rivalry confirmed when they collaborated on a remix.
Releases debut studio album 'ADHD'
Self-released debut album featuring Logic, Young Thug, Chris Brown, Timbaland, Fabolous; peaked at #10 on the Billboard 200.
Releases remix of 'Will' featuring Will Smith
Released a remix of his tribute song 'Will' featuring Will Smith (collaboration noted May 15, 2020).
Announces EP 'Evolution'
Announced release date for EP Evolution.
Releases EP 'Evolution'
EP featured The Game, Ashanti, Rick Ross and others; preceded by singles 'Fall Slowly' (feat. Ashanti) and 'Snitch'.
Tully (co-founded by Joyner) reported as Sony-backed / reaches premium platform launch
Music creation/startup Tully — co-founded by Joyner — was reported as having Sony investment/backing and launched a premium platform. Sources note the platform serves over 100,000 artists (by 2020 reporting).
Contributes 'Shoot My Shot' to Space Jam: A New Legacy soundtrack
Song contribution to a major studio soundtrack (Space Jam: A New Legacy).
Receives key to the city of Worcester
City of Worcester recognized Joyner with a ceremonial key and public celebration outside City Hall.
Releases single 'Ramen & OJ' feat. Lil Baby
Released single with Lil Baby accompanied by a music video.
Releases 'Your Heart' with J. Cole
High-profile collaboration with J. Cole accompanied by a music video.
Releases 'Rambo' with Lil Durk
Collaboration with Lil Durk released and accompanied by promotion.
Releases tribute 'Ye Not Crazy' to Kanye West; later removed
Released a tribute that was subsequently removed from streaming services months later after backlash to Kanye West's public controversies.
Announces movie role / beginning of shooting with Mark Wahlberg
Announced he would be shooting a movie with Mark Wahlberg; the film would be titled The Family Plan.
Releases multiple singles and delays album
Released several singles ('What's That?', 'Cut U Off', 'Broski', 'Seventeen', '24 Hours to Live') and announced album delay from Aug 18, 2023 to rework after fan feedback.
Announces upcoming album artwork & new single
Posted cover art announcement for new studio album and announced a single 'Devil's Work 2' to be released March 10, 2023.
Releases 'Devil's Work 2' (single)
Sequel song to the original 'Devil's Work' from his debut album.
Releases 'Blackout' feat. Future
Released single and music video as part of the rollout for forthcoming album Not Now, I'm Busy.
Film 'The Family Plan' released (Apple TV+) — role: Coogan
Feature film release where Joyner plays the role of Coogan; major acting credit.
Announces album 'Not Now, I'm Busy' completed
Public announcement that the reworked album was completed.
Announces release date and drops 'Sticks & Stones' (feat. Conway the Machine)
Announced album release date (March 22, 2024) and released the sixth single with music video.
Releases 'Best for Me' (feat. Jelly Roll)
Seventh and final pre-release single for the album, accompanied by a music video.
Releases album 'Not Now, I'm Busy'
Album pre-released on Apple Music single-by-single and released March 22, 2024. Several singles from 2023 were included on final release.
Public clash / diss-track exchange with Skepta (July 2025)
Social-media back-and-forth followed by exchanged diss tracks: Skepta's 'Friendly Fire', Joyner's replies and subsequent tracks (dates in July 2025).
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