Doechii's Meteoric Rise: Grammy Wins, Viral Hits, and Lady Gaga's High Praise
July 10, 2025
In 2020, she released her debut EP 'Oh The Places You’ll Go', but it was her 2024 album that truly established her as a prominent artist in the industry.
The viral hit 'Anxiety' not only sampled Gotye's 'Somebody That I Used To Know' but also helped Doechii reach number three on the UK singles chart, boosting her international recognition.
Doechii, whose real name is Jaylah Hickmon, is a 26-year-old rapper and singer who gained widespread recognition with her 2024 album 'Alligator Bites Never Heal', which featured hit tracks like 'Denial Is A River', 'Catfish', and 'Nissan Altima'.
Her breakthrough came with the viral success of her song 'Anxiety', which samples Gotye's 'Somebody That I Used To Know' and reached number three on the UK singles chart, further elevating her profile.
At just 26, Doechii has already won a Grammy for Best Rap Album, received nominations for Best Rap Performance and Best New Artist at the 67th Grammy Awards, and earned a BET Award.
Her song 'Anxiety' resonated with audiences for its themes of mental health and emotional struggle, contributing to her rising fame.
Her success includes achieving a top-10 single with 'Anxiety' and performing at major events like Glastonbury.
Lady Gaga expressed admiration for Doechii's songwriting, praising her raw lyrical perspective and emotional power, and honored her with the Innovator award at the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards, calling her a 'lifeline'.
Lady Gaga has described Doechii as 'immediately legendary' in an interview with British Vogue, highlighting her impact on the music scene.
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Evening Standard • Jul 10, 2025
Lady Gaga describes Doechii as ‘immediately legendary’
Nylon • Jul 10, 2025
Confirmed: Lady Gaga Is A Doechii Superfan
Geo News • Jul 10, 2025
Lady Gaga declares Doechii possesses THIS rare quality from day one