LIL TJAY RELEASES NEW VIRAL SINGLE “TOOK A WHILE (BE US)”

Bronx-born, multi-platinum recording artist Lil Tjay, known for melodic rap tracks accumulating over 15 billion streams like the 8x Platinum “Pop Out” with Polo G, 6x Platinum “F.N,” and 6x Platinum “Calling My Phone” featuring 6LACK, has released his new single, “Took A While (Be Us).” Snippets of the track ID with footage of Lil Tjay in Mykonos have been going viral on social media across the US and Europe with fans eagerly anticipating the new release, which is available now on all DSPs and streaming platforms now.

“Took A While (Be Us)” looks to be another hit following the release of “No No” earlier this year. The new single follows an extended stay for Tjay in Europe with several performance across the continent and his recently announced official 8-date “The Past 2 Present Tour.” “Took A While (Be Us)” sees Lil Tjay employ his signature melodic flow with a heavy dose of swagger over an addicting piano beat with hard-hitting bass.

Tjay’s 8-date ‘The Past 2 Present Tour’ in Europe will kick off at London’s iconic The O2 Arena on the fifth anniversary of Lil Tjay’s double platinum debut studio album, True 2 Myself, which was released in October 2019. Featuring guest appearances from Lil Baby, Lil Durk, Lil Wayne, and others, the project debuted at number five on the US Billboard 200 chart and helped launch his career. The tour will feature special guest Key Glock known for viral solo tracks like “Ambition For Cash” and “Since 6ix,” and collaborations like “Major” with his late cousin and Paper Route Empire records founder, Young Dolph. Joining them on tour is emerging Toronto-based R&B artist RealestK, known best for his viral single “WFM.” Tickets are on sale now here: http://www.liltjaymusic.com

The Past 2 Present Tour will travel around the continent of Europe, starting in London then making its way through Amsterdam, Oslo, and Helsinki before taking over Brussels, Paris, Munich, and ending this leg in Berlin. With Tjay celebrating his debut album and having already released several singles in 2024 like “Told Ya,” “Good Life,” and  “No No,” there’s no shortage of hits to hear on the Past 2 Present Tour this Fall.

Lil Tjay burst onto the rap scene with a unique blend of swagger and lyrical prowess, quickly capturing the attention of millions. Following several multi-platinum albums and collaborations with Pop Smoke, Kid LaRoi, NBA Youngboy, Offset, French Montana, and Ice Spice, he’s accumulated over 15 billion global streams and accolades such as being featured in XXL’s Freshman Class of 2020 and Billboard’s 21 Under 21. His recent single, “June 22nd,” offers a raw, introspective look at the traumatic events leading up to him being shot, showcasing his euphonious voice and unique storytelling ability. This track is part of his latest album, 222, which highlights his artistic evolution since his platinum-certified 2021 release, Destined 2 Win.

Lil Tjay’s latest achievements have cemented his place in the rap world. His 2023 album 222 not only pushed the boundaries of his musical vulnerability and skill but also resonated deeply with audiences globally. The album’s success was followed by his highly-anticipated “The Good Life Tour” in 2024, featuring special guests Kalan.FrFr and Dina Ayada. This tour showcased Lil Tjay’s dynamic stage presence and ability to connect with fans, further solidifying his status as a major force in contemporary hip-hop.

 

LIL TJAY’S ‘THE PAST 2 PRESENT TOUR’ DATES

12/10/24 – London, UK – The O2 Arena

13/10/24 – Amsterdam, NL – AFAS Live

16/10/24 – Oslo, NO – Spektrum

17/10/24 – Helsinki, FI – Black Box

19/10/24 – Brussels, BE – Forest National

20/10/24 – Paris, FR – Zenith

23/10/24 – Munich, DE – Zenith

25/10/24 – Berlin, DE – Uber Eats Music Hall