Post Malone, whose real name is Austin Richard Post, is an American artist known for rapping, singing, writing songs, producing records, and acting. He was born on July 4, 1995, and got his stage name using a rap name generator.
Post Malone started making music in 2011 and became famous in 2015 with his song “White Iverson.” He signed with Republic Records and released his first album, “Stoney,” in 2016. His second album, “Beerbongs & Bentleys,” came out in 2018 and was a big hit. He’s known for songs like “Rockstar” and “Psycho.”
His third album, “Hollywood’s Bleeding,” was released in 2019, featuring the popular song “Circles.” Post Malone has sold over 80 million records and won many awards, including Billboard Music Awards and Grammy nominations.
In his early life, Post Malone moved to Texas with his family when he was nine. His dad, who used to be a DJ, introduced him to different music genres. Post Malone first got into music by playing Guitar Hero, and he later learned to play the guitar.
Post Malone’s music blends hip-hop, pop, R&B, and trap. He has diverse influences, including Bob Dylan, Kurt Cobain, and Johnny Cash. Despite controversies and criticisms, Post Malone has made a significant impact on the music industry and collaborated with various artists.
Apart from music, Post Malone has been involved in other ventures like collaborations with Crocs, creating his own line of French rosé wine called Maison No. 9, and investing in Envy Gaming. He’s also a fan of the card game Magic: The Gathering.
Post Malone’s personal life includes living in Utah, surviving a plane emergency in 2018, and being in a relationship. He has been open about his struggles with alcoholism and his recovery. As of 2024, Post Malone continues to make music and explore different projects.