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Austin Richard Post (born July 4, 1995), known professionally as Post Malone, is an American singer, songwriter, and record producer who has achieved global prominence for his genre-bending musical style, which incorporates elements of hip-hop, pop, rock, R&B, and country. Born in Syracuse, New York, he spent his formative years in Grapevine, Texas, after his family relocated there when he was nine years old. His father, a former DJ, introduced him to a wide spectrum of music—including rock, country, and hip-hop—which heavily influenced his eclectic creative approach. During his teenage years at Grapevine High School, Post became interested in playing the guitar, partially inspired by the video game Guitar Hero, and participated in local metalcore bands before shifting his focus toward hip-hop and electronic production. Post Malone’s professional career began in 2011, but his breakthrough arrived in 2015 with the release of the song "White Iverson" on the streaming platform SoundCloud. The viral success of the track, a melodic and atmospheric tribute to NBA star Allen Iverson, led to a recording contract with Republic Records. This initial success served as the foundation for his debut studio album, *Stoney* (2016), which featured the diamond-certified hit "Congratulations" and established him as a significant presence in the music industry. Following his debut, Post Malone experienced a meteoric rise to stardom. His second studio album, *Beerbongs & Bentleys* (2018), debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200 and featured chart-topping singles such as "Rockstar" and "Psycho." His subsequent work, *Hollywood’s Bleeding* (2019), further solidified his versatility, producing the enduring hit "Circles." In the following years, he continued to experiment with sound and collaboration, releasing *Twelve Carat Toothache* (2022) and *Austin* (2023). By 2024, Post Malone pivoted toward his country influences with the release of *F-1 Trillion*, which included collaborations with prominent country artists such as Morgan Wallen. Known for his "genre-less" approach to music, Post Malone has been praised for his laconic vocal delivery and his ability to transcend traditional genre labels. His commercial achievements are extensive, including numerous Billboard chart records, multiple Billboard Music Awards, and MTV Video Music Awards. As of 2026, he remains one of the most successful streaming artists globally, having accumulated billions of streams and multiple diamond-certified singles. In his personal life, Post Malone is known for maintaining a relatively private lifestyle. He resides in a sprawling estate in Cottonwood Heights, Utah, a location he chose for its privacy and mountainous environment. He is a father and has often expressed a deep commitment to his family and creative freedom. Despite his immense fame and high-profile industry status, he is frequently characterized by peers and critics for his humble and introspective personality. His impact on modern music lies in his successful role as a crossover artist, effectively blurring the lines between pop, hip-hop, and country, and encouraging a more fluid, open-minded approach to genre classification in the contemporary music landscape.
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Holds the record for the most diamond-certified songs (over 10 million units sold each) in the history of the RIAA surpassing Bruno Mars
Successfully executed a massive highly lucrative pivot into country music in 2024 breaking streaming records and unifying the hip-hop and country fanbases
His hit 'Sunflower' became one of the highest-certified songs in music history and defined the soundtrack of the massive Spider-Verse animated films
Endured years of intense criticism from hip-hop journalists and purists who accused him of being a 'culture vulture'—utilizing hip-hop aesthetics and culture to achieve massive wealth before abandoning the genre for pop and country music when it suited his commercial interests
His intense touring schedule and physical appearance in the late 2010s frequently sparked massive internet rumors and concerns regarding his health and alleged substance abuse (which he repeatedly and frustratingly had to publicly debunk)
Faced a massive copyright lawsuit regarding the authorship and royalties of his hit song 'Circles'
Broke Michael Jackson's 34-year-old record for most weeks on Billboard's Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart with 'Stoney'
Began his professional music career in 2011.
Released his breakthrough debut single 'White Iverson' in 2015, which achieved mainstream success and RIAA Diamond certification.
Released his debut studio album 'Stoney' in 2016, which charted for 77 weeks on the Billboard Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart.
Achieved his first Billboard Hot 100 number-one single with 'Rockstar' (featuring 21 Savage) in 2017.
Launched his first collaboration series with the footwear company Crocs in 2018.
Released his second studio album 'Beerbongs & Bentleys' in 2018, which debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 and received a Grammy nomination for Album of the Year.
Won 'Top Rap Song' at the Billboard Music Awards for 'Rockstar' in 2018.
Released his third studio album 'Hollywood's Bleeding' in 2019, which reached number one on the Billboard 200.
Established his own record label, Shaboink Records, in 2020.
Launched his own French rosé wine brand, Maison No. 9, in 2020.
Became a co-owner of the esports organization Envy Gaming in 2020.
Pledged and donated $1 million to various charities supporting COVID-19 relief, disaster relief, and other causes in 2020.
Achieved the record for the most RIAA Diamond-certified songs by a solo artist, reaching nine total certifications as of 2025.
Released his fourth studio album 'Twelve Carat Toothache' in 2022.
Raised over $200,000 for various charities through his 'Gaming For Love' Twitch stream series in 2022.
Released the compilation album 'The Diamond Collection' in 2023 to celebrate his RIAA milestones.
Released his fifth studio album 'Austin' in 2023.
Released his sixth studio album 'F-1 Trillion' in 2024, marking his entry into the country music genre.
Won five MTV Video Music Awards, including 'Video of the Year', for his collaboration 'Fortnight' with Taylor Swift in 2024.
Has accumulated 11 Billboard Music Awards, 5 American Music Awards, and 6 MTV Video Music Awards throughout his career.
In 2017, Post Malone faced widespread criticism and backlash after an interview with the publication NewOnce, in which he stated, 'If you're looking for lyrics, if you're looking to cry, if you're looking to think about life, don't listen to hip-hop.' The comments, coupled with long-standing accusations of cultural appropriation regarding his use of hip-hop aesthetic, fueled ongoing debate about his relationship with the genre.
In April 2020, Post Malone filed a federal copyright lawsuit in Manhattan to preemptively extinguish claims from a Canadian musician, Tyler Armes, who alleged he was denied songwriting credit and compensation for his contributions to the 2019 hit song 'Circles.'
Beginning in 2022, a law firm, Martorell Law, filed a lawsuit against Post Malone and his ex-girlfriend, Ashlen Diaz, over a disputed 'palimony' settlement. In 2023, during the course of this litigation, the law firm alleged in court filings that Malone had physically abused Diaz, a claim they used to argue he had coerced her into settling the matter privately to avoid legal representation; the allegations were framed by the firm as part of their claim for unpaid legal fees.
In October 2025, Post Malone was named in a $10 million lawsuit filed by a Utah-based limousine driver, who alleged he was never compensated for his appearance in the 2020 music video for the song 'Tommy Lee.' The plaintiff's suit included claims of fraudulent inducement, misappropriation of likeness, and breach of contract.