Armani White
White in 2022
White in 2022
Background information
Birth nameEnoch Armani Tolbert
Also known asArmani Blanco
Born (1996-09-25) September 25, 1996 (age 27)
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.[1]
GenresHip hop[2]
Occupation(s)
  • Rapper
  • singer
  • songwriter
Years active2012–present
LabelsDef Jam[3]
Websiteawblanco.com

Enoch Armani Tolbert (born September 25, 1996),[4] known professionally as Armani White, is an American rapper, singer, and songwriter from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. His 2022 single "Billie Eilish" peaked at number 58 on the Billboard Hot 100, and spawned a remix featuring rappers Ludacris, Busta Rhymes, and N.O.R.E.[5] Prior to this, he was signed to Def Jam Recordings.

Early life

During his childhood, White was surrounded by a family that played music which drew his attention towards a career in the music industry. He started rapping in the second grade.[6]

He attended Smyrna High School in Delaware, and later Delaware State University.[7][8]

Career

White released his debut album Keep in Touch in 2019, which he says was inspired from the time spent with his late father.[3][9]

He released an extended play entitled Things We Lost in the Fire on September 10, 2021.[10]

On May 5, 2023, he released his major label debut EP, Road to Casablanco, after signing to Def Jam Recordings. The project featured his song "Billie Eilish" as well as a remix featuring Ludacris, Busta Rhymes, and N.O.R.E., alongside seven other tracks.[11]

Personal life

In 2016, White's father, Lee Tolbert, was diagnosed with prostate cancer.[7] He died the same year.[12]

In 2019, White and his brother were arrested for arson after a house fire erupted in their home in Philadelphia. They were sent to jail in early 2020. They were both released within a few months after the charges were dropped. The situation inspired White’s song “Letter from Jail (Freeblanco)” as well as his EP Things We Lost in the Fire.[13][14]

Discography

Albums

List of albums with selected details
Title Details
Keep in Touch
  • Released: November 8, 2019
  • Label: Self-released
  • Formats: Digital download

Extended plays

Title EP details
Things We Lost in the Fire
  • Released: September 10, 2019
  • Label: Legendbound
  • Format: Streaming, digital download
Road to Casablanco
  • Released: May 5, 2023
  • Label: Def Jam, Legendbound
  • Formats: Streaming, digital download

Singles

As lead artist

List of charting singles, with selected chart positions
Title Year Peak chart positions Certifications Album
US
[5] 		AUS
[15] 		CAN
[16] 		GER
[17] 		UK
[18] 		WW
[19]
"NYC Window" 2017 - - - - - - Non-album single
"Public School" 2018 - - - - - - Keep in Touch
"Casablanco Freestyle" (featuring Sango) - - - - - - Non-album single
"Onederful" - - - - - - Keep in Touch
"Secret Handshake" 2019 - - - - - - Non-album singles
"Stick Up" - - - - - -
"Flip" - - - - - -
"Jasmine" - - - - - -
"Touche" - - - - - -
"Black Oak Park" - - - - - -
"2maro" - - - - - -
"Love, Dad" - - - - - -
"Thanksgiving" - - - - - -
"Letter from Jail (Freeblanco)" 2020 - - - - - -
"Danny Mac" - - - - - - Things We Lost in the Fire
"20 Dollar Christmas" (with Louis Futon and Mae.Sun) - - - - - - Non-album single
"Grateful" 2021 - - - - - Things We Lost in the Fire
"Billie Eilish" 2022 58 33 45 44 65 87 Road to Casablanco
"Diamond Dallas" - - - - - - Non-album single
"Goated" (featuring Denzel Curry) 2023 - - - - - - Road to Casablanco and Madden NFL 24
"Gnarly" (with Jeleel) - - - - - - TBA
"Silver Tooth" (with ASAP Ferg) - - - - - - Road to Casablanco

As featured artist

List of charting singles, with selected chart positions
Title Year Peak chart positions Album
US
[5] 		AUS
[15] 		CAN
[23] 		GER
[17] 		UK
[18] 		WW
[24]
"Rewind" (Louis Futon featuring Ashe and Armani White) 2017 - - - - - - Non-album single
"Mexico" (Abhi the Nomad featuring Armani White) 2021 - - - - - - Abhi vs the Universe
"Baazigar" (DIVINE featuring Armani White)[25] 2022 - - - - - - Gunehgar
"No Bad Days" (Remix) (Macklemore featuring Armani White and Collett) 2023 - - - - - - Ben

References

  1. ^ Robby, Seabrook III (August 29, 2022). "The Break Presents: Armani White". XXL.
  2. ^ Ardrey, Taylor (August 16, 2022). "In six months, rising West Philly rapper Armani White went from TikTok sensation with his viral hit 'Billie Eilish' to a record deal with Def Jam. Here's how he did it". Insider.
  3. ^ a b Rouhani, Neena (August 17, 2022). "Armani White: August R&B/Hip-Hop Rookie of the Month". Billboard.
  4. ^ "Armani White Songs, Albums, Reviews, Bio & More". AllMusic. Retrieved November 5, 2022.
  5. ^ a b c "Hot 100: Week of October 22, 2022". Billboard. Retrieved October 18, 2022.
  6. ^ Bossi, Andrea (September 1, 2022). "How Armani White Paved His Path To 41 Billion Streams, 'BILLIE EILISH' Hit". Forbes.
  7. ^ a b Armstrong, Megan (December 3, 2018). "Armani White on How Five-Year-Old Niece Helped Craft Comeback Record 'Onederful'". Billboard. Retrieved November 1, 2022.
  8. ^ "New-Age-nerd-rapper phenom". July 8, 2015.
  9. ^ White, Armani (December 17, 2019). "The Making of Armani White's 'Keep In Touch,' in His Own Words". DJBooth. Retrieved May 29, 2023.
  10. ^ Things We Lost in the Fire - EP by Armani White, September 10, 2021, retrieved May 29, 2023
  11. ^ Road to CASABLANCO. by Armani White, May 5, 2023, retrieved May 29, 2023
  12. ^ Armstrong, Megan (December 3, 2018). "Armani White on How Five-Year-Old Niece Helped Craft Comeback Record 'Onederful'". Billboard. Retrieved June 6, 2023.
  13. ^ Mally (September 16, 2021). "Interview: Armani White Shares Story Behind 'Things We Lost In The Fire'". Swidlife. Retrieved June 2, 2023.
  14. ^ "Armani White On "Grateful", Upcoming Project, Criminal Justice Reform". New York's Power 105.1 FM. Retrieved June 2, 2023.
  15. ^ a b "ARIA Top 50 Singles Chart". Australian Recording Industry Association. October 10, 2022. Retrieved October 7, 2022.
  16. ^ "Canadian Hot 100: Week of October 22, 2022". Billboard. Retrieved October 18, 2022.
  17. ^ a b "Armani White – Billie Eilish". offiziellecharts.de (in German). Retrieved September 23, 2022.
  18. ^ a b "Armani White | full Official Chart History". Official Charts Company. Retrieved September 23, 2022.
  19. ^ "Billboard Global 200: Week of October 1, 2022". Billboard. Retrieved September 27, 2022.
  20. ^ "American certifications – Armani White". Recording Industry Association of America. Retrieved April 4, 2023.
  21. ^ "ARIA Charts – Accreditations – 2023 Singles" (PDF). Australian Recording Industry Association. Retrieved April 4, 2023.
  22. ^ "Canadian certifications – Armani White". Music Canada. Retrieved April 4, 2023.
  23. ^ "Canadian Hot 100: Week of October 22, 2022". Billboard. Retrieved October 18, 2022.
  24. ^ "Billboard Global 200: Week of October 1, 2022". Billboard. Retrieved September 27, 2022.
  25. ^ DIVINE - Baazigar feat. Armani White | Prod. by Karan Kanchan | Official Music Video, retrieved June 6, 2023
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