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Fridayy

Francis Leblanc,[1] known professionally as Fridayy, is a Haitian-American singer, songwriter, and record producer from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In 2022, he signed with Def Jam Recordings and guest performed on the hit songs "Forever" by Lil Baby and the title track of DJ Khaled's album God Did (2022). Both songs peaked within the top 20 of the US Billboard Hot 100,[2][5] while the latter earned him three Grammy Award nominations. His 2023 single, "When It Comes to You", marked his first entry on the chart as a lead artist.[6]

Early life

Growing up with his parents Leblanc started playing instruments including piano, bass, and guitar at the age of 6. His father is a pastor and he credits his passion for music to his days in the church sanctuary. Leblanc is of Haiti descent which he mentions on his Twitter account and the remix of his song "Blessings".[3]

Career

In 2014, Fridayy created his first track alongside his cousin Leo. In June 2022, he was credited on Chris Brown's album, Breezy. In October 2022, Fridayy released his debut single, "Don't Give Up On Me".[7] That same month, he guest appeared on Lil Baby's album It's Only Me on the track "Forever", which peaked at number eight on the Billboard Hot 100.[5] Also that same month, he released his debut Extended play, Lost in Melody, which contained a guest appearance from frequent collaborator, American singer Vory.[8] In November 2022, Fridayy received three Grammy Award nominations as a featured artist alongside Jay-Z, John Legend, Rick Ross, and Lil Wayne on DJ Khaled's song "God Did" at the 65th Annual Grammy Awards.[9] By the end of that year, he signed with Def Jam Recordings.[10]

In June 2023, his song "Don't Give It Away", featuring Chris Brown, was released as the lead single from Fridayy's self-titled debut studio album (2023).[11]

In 2024, he began touring as the opening act for reggae artist Buju Banton's Overcomer Tour.

Artistry

Fridayy sings in a baritone voice, mostly performing over self-produced instrumentals, as well as mixing R&B with hip hop, gospel, and Afrobeats.[12] According to American Songwriter, "Fridayy brought a more R&B, gospel-inspired sound to a crop of acts mostly involved with rap".[13]

Discography

Albums

Extended plays

Singles

Other charted songs

Guest appearances

Production credits

2022

Rae Sremmurd

Chris Brown – Breezy

Wiz Khalifa – Multiverse

DJ Khaled – God Did

Lil Baby – It's Only Me

Fridayy – Lost in Melody

Fridayy – Fridayy

2024

Clavish – Chapter 16

Awards and nominations

References

  1. ^ a b "Information on Fridayy's songs in ASCAP ACE database". ASCAP. Retrieved November 7, 2022.
  2. ^ a b "Hot 100 First-Timers: Fridayy Scores First Chart Hit With DJ Khaled Collab 'God Did'". Billboard. Retrieved November 7, 2022.
  3. ^ a b c d "The Break Presents: Fridayy". XXL. November 7, 2022. Retrieved November 7, 2022.
  4. ^ https://www.billboard.com/business/management/fridayy-manager-edgar-cutino-management-company-1235524293/amp/ [bare URL]
  5. ^ a b "Billboard 100 Week of October 29, 2022". Billboard. Retrieved November 7, 2022.
  6. ^ a b "Billboard Hot 100: Week of February 3, 2024". Billboard. Retrieved January 30, 2024.
  7. ^ "Fridayy Releases Debut Single "Don't Give Up On Me"". HotNewHipHop. October 8, 2022. Retrieved November 7, 2022.
  8. ^ "Fridayy Delivers Debut EP "Lost In Melody" Ft. Vory". HotNewHipHop. October 21, 2022. Retrieved November 7, 2022.
  9. ^ a b c d "Grammy Nominations 2023: The Full List". Billboard. November 15, 2022.
  10. ^ https://www.wonderlandmagazine.com/2022/12/08/new-noise-fridayy/ [bare URL]
  11. ^ "Don't Give It Away - Apple Music". Apple Music.
  12. ^ http://stylemagazine.com/news/2023/jul/21/fridayy-unveils-captivating-music-video-when-it-co/ [bare URL]
  13. ^ https://americansongwriter.com/fridayy-releases-new-single-when-it-comes-to-you-speaks-on-upcoming-album/ [bare URL]
  14. ^ "Fridayy interview". One37PM.
  15. ^ "Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs: Week of January 20, 2024". Billboard. Retrieved January 17, 2024.
  16. ^ a b c "American certifications – Fridayy". Recording Industry Association of America. Retrieved February 28, 2024.
  17. ^ Peaks on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart:
    • "God Did": "DJ Khaled Chart History: Hot 100". Billboard. Retrieved September 7, 2022.
    • "Forever": "Lil Baby Chart History: Hot 100". Billboard. Retrieved October 25, 2022.
  18. ^ Peaks on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart:
    • "God Did": "DJ Khaled Chart History: Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs". Billboard. Retrieved September 7, 2022.
    • "Forever": "Lil Baby Chart History: Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs". Billboard. Retrieved October 25, 2022.
  19. ^ Peaks on the Hot Rap Songs chart:
    • "God Did": "DJ Khaled Chart History: Hot Rap Songs". Billboard. Retrieved September 7, 2022.
    • "Forever": "Lil Baby Chart History: Hot Rap Songs". Billboard. Retrieved October 25, 2022.
  20. ^ Peaks on the Canadian Hot 100 chart:
    • "God Did": "DJ Khaled Chart History: Canadian Hot 100". Billboard. Retrieved September 7, 2022.
    • "Forever": "Lil Baby Chart History: Canadian Hot 100". Billboard. Retrieved October 25, 2022.
  21. ^ Peaks in the United Kingdom:
  22. ^ Peaks on the Billboard Global 200 chart:
    • "God Did": "DJ Khaled Chart History: Hot 100". Billboard. Retrieved September 7, 2022.
    • "Forever": "Lil Baby Chart History: Hot 100". Billboard. Retrieved October 25, 2022.
  23. ^ "Fridayy – Blessing (Remix) ft. Asake". Legit9ja. December 9, 2022. Retrieved December 10, 2022.

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