Tee Grizzley is a Detroit-based rap artist who gained his fame in the mid 2010s with his chart-topping single "First Day Out". Grizzley's sound combines lyricism, story-telling, and hard-hitting drums. He is also known for his emotionally-charged and meaningful lyrics that come from his life experiences. Since his breakthrough single, Grizzley has released a number of mixtapes and albums such as My Moment, Activated, and Surviving the Summer. His music has gained recognition from hip hop heavyweights such as Ludacris, Meek Mill, and Chance the Rapper. Grizzley's popularity continues to grow as he is being recognized as one of the best up-and-coming rappers in the game.