Jahseh Dwayne Ricardo Onfroy, known to the world as XXXTentacion, experienced one of the most rapid and meteoric rises in modern music history. In just a few short years, he evolved from an anonymous, controversial figure uploading raw tracks to SoundCloud into a global, genre-defying superstar who broke decades-old Billboard records.
Following his tragic passing in June 2018, his music experienced an unprecedented surge, cementing his legacy as a pioneer of the “emo rap” and SoundCloud rap movements.
Here is the complete chronological journey of XXXTentacion’s discography, tracking his evolution from underground anomaly to Billboard-topping icon.
The SoundCloud Era: Raw and Unfiltered (2013–2016)
Before the major labels and the millions of streams, XXXTentacion built a cult following by uploading aggressive, lo-fi, and deeply emotional tracks directly to SoundCloud.
“Look at Me!” (December 2015 / Viral in 2016)
This distorted, high-energy track became his undeniable breakthrough. Initially ignored, it went viral in late 2016, catching the attention of both fans and the music industry, and ultimately leading to his signing with Bad Vibes Forever and Empire Distribution.
2017: The Breakout Year
Revenge (Mixtape) – May 18, 2017
Capitalizing on the viral momentum of “Look at Me!”, XXXTentacion released his debut commercial mixtape. It served as a compilation of his early SoundCloud hits, introducing his signature blend of trap, punk, and raw emotion. Notable Tracks:
- “Look at Me!”
- “I Don’t Wanna Do This Anymore”
- “Looking for a Star”
- “Yung Bratz”
- “Riot”
- “Revenge”
17 (Debut Studio Album) – August 25, 2017
This album marked a massive stylistic pivot. Stripping away the aggressive distortion, 17 was a short, deeply vulnerable, and lo-fi exploration of depression, heartbreak, and mental health. It debuted at #2 on the Billboard 200, proving his massive commercial viability.
Notable Tracks:
- “The Explanation”
- “Jocelyn Flores” – A haunting, acoustic-driven tribute that became his highest-charting song at the time, peaking at #19 on the Billboard Hot 100.
- “Depression & Obsession”
- “Everybody Dies In Their Nightmares”
- “Fuck Love” (feat. Trippie Redd) – A massive fan favorite that showcased his melodic, emotional range.
- “Save Me”
- “Dead Inside (Interlude)”
- “Carry On”
- “Orlando”
- “Ayala (Outro)”
A Ghetto Christmas Carol (EP) – December 11, 2017
A brief, five-track holiday-themed project that bridged the gap between 17 and his upcoming blockbuster album, featuring a more upbeat, experimental sound.
2018: Mainstream Domination and Tragedy
? (Second Studio Album) – March 16, 2018
This was XXXTentacion’s magnum opus and his most commercially successful project. The album showcased his incredible versatility, bouncing seamlessly between acoustic ballads, nu-metal, and trap. It debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200, making it his first chart-topping album.
Notable Tracks:
- “?”
- “The Remedy for a Broken Heart (Why Am I So in Love)”
- “Moonlight” – A smooth, minimalist track that became a global smash, peaking at #13 on the Billboard Hot 100. x.com
- “SAD!” – Released as a single just weeks before his death, this song would become his defining legacy.
- “the remedy for a broken heart (why am I so in love)”
- “Floor 555”
- “NUMB”
- “Infinity (888)” (feat. Joey Bada$$)
- “Going Down!”
- “Pain = BESTFRIEND”
- “$” (with Matt Ox)
- “Schizophrenia”
- “Before I Close My Eyes”
- “Noticed”
- “Smash!”
- “Love Yourself (Interlude)”
- “I Don’t Even Speak Spanish LOL” (feat. Rio Santana, Judah, and Andrez Babii)
- “Changes” – A gentle, piano-driven ballad that peaked at #18 on the Billboard Hot 100.
- “Hope” On June 18, 2018, XXXTentacion was tragically killed at the age of 20.
Notable Tracks:
- “?”
- “The Remedy for a Broken Heart (Why Am I So in Love)”
- “Moonlight” – A smooth, minimalist track that became a global smash, peaking at #13 on the Billboard Hot 100. x.com
- “SAD!” – Released as a single just weeks before his death, this song would become his defining legacy.
- “the remedy for a broken heart (why am I so in love)”
- “Floor 555”
- “NUMB”
- “Infinity (888)” (feat. Joey Bada$$)
- “Going Down!”
- “Pain = BESTFRIEND”
- “$” (with Matt Ox)
- “Schizophrenia”
- “Before I Close My Eyes”
- “Noticed”
- “Smash!”
- “Love Yourself (Interlude)”
- “I Don’t Even Speak Spanish LOL” (feat. Rio Santana, Judah, and Andrez Babii)
- “Changes” – A gentle, piano-driven ballad that peaked at #18 on the Billboard Hot 100.
- “Hope” On June 18, 2018, XXXTentacion was tragically killed at the age of 20.
2018–2019: The Posthumous Era
Following his death, XXXTentacion’s music experienced a monumental resurgence. He became the first solo lead artist in over 20 years to earn a posthumous #1 on the Billboard Hot 100, as “SAD!” vaulted from #52 to the top spot.
Skins (Third Studio Album) – December 7, 2018
Curated by his close collaborators, this 10-track album featured a mix of finished songs and raw demos, leaning heavily into alternative rock and punk influences.
Notable Tracks:
- “Introduction”
- “Guardian Angel”
- “Train Food”
- “whoa (mind in awe)” – A fan-favorite that later received a popular remix.
- “Bad!”
- “difference (interlude)”
- “I don’t let go”
- “what are you so afraid of” (Note: The deluxe edition later included “True Love” featuring Kanye West and Travis Barker).
Members Only, Vol. 4 (Collaborative Mixtape) – January 23, 2019
Released by his collective, Members Only, this project served as a tribute to XXXTentacion, featuring his final recorded verses alongside his protégés and friends like Ski Mask the Slump God, Craig Xen, and Bass Santana.
Bad Vibes Forever (Fourth and Final Studio Album) – December 6, 2019
His final official studio album was a sprawling, 25-track project featuring a massive list of guest artists, blending his signature emo-rap with dancehall and trap.
Notable Tracks:
- “introduction”
- “Ex Bitch”
- “UGLY”
- “bad vibes forever” (feat. PnB Rock & Trippie Redd)
- “School Shooters” (feat. Lil Wayne)
- “Hearteater”
- “Scared of the Dark” (feat. Lil Wayne & Ty Dolla $ign)
- “Royalty” (feat. Ky-Mani Marley, Stefflon Don & Vybz Kartel)
Billboard Chart Legacy Summary
XXXTentacion’s impact on the charts was historic, especially considering his career lasted barely three years in the mainstream:
- “Look at Me!”: Peaked at #34 on the Billboard Hot 100.
- “Jocelyn Flores”: Peaked at #19 on the
- “Changes”: Peaked at #18 on the Billboard Hot 100.
- “Moonlight”: Peaked at #13 on the Billboard Hot 100.
- “SAD!”: Peaked at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100, making him the eighth solo artist ever to top the chart posthumously, and the first in a lead role since The Notorious B.I.G. in 1997.
The Legacy
XXXTentacion’s journey from a troubled kid recording on a cracked iPhone in Florida to a global phenomenon is one of the most compelling narratives in 21st-century music. He pioneered a raw, unfiltered emotional honesty that resonated with millions of young listeners who felt misunderstood.
While his life was cut tragically short, his discography remains a time capsule of an artist who was rapidly evolving, pushing the boundaries of genre, and redefining what a modern rockstar could be.
