About His Daughter

Post Malone is deeply devoted to his daughter, whose initials “DDP” he has tattooed on his forehead. He announced her arrival in June 2022 during an appearance on The Howard Stern Show. Despite his public profile, Post has kept his daughter’s full name and face private, wanting her to make her own decisions about being in the public eye when she’s older. He has spoken emotionally about how fatherhood transformed his life, helping him overcome struggles with alcohol and finding new purpose. The song “Yours” from his F-1 Trillion album is dedicated to her, imagining her future wedding day.

Austin Richard Post was born on July 4, 1995, in Syracuse, New York. His father, Rich Post, had been a DJ in his youth and exposed young Austin to a wide variety of musical genres including hip-hop, country, and rock. When Austin was nine years old, his family relocated to Grapevine, Texas, after his father became the manager of concessions for the Dallas Cowboys football team.

Growing up in Texas, Post developed a passion for music early on. He began playing guitar around age 14, largely inspired by the video game Guitar Hero, which he credits with sparking his interest in learning the instrument. He taught himself by watching YouTube tutorials and quickly developed proficiency.

During his teenage years, Post was initially drawn to heavy metal and metalcore music. At age 17, he auditioned for the band Crown the Empire, but was rejected after his guitar strings broke during the audition. This setback didn’t deter him; instead, he began experimenting with softer rock and hip-hop, eventually transitioning to production work on FL Studio.

Post chose his stage name when he was around 14 or 15 years old. Contrary to popular belief, it wasn’t named after basketball player Karl Malone. Instead, “Post” is his actual last name, and he used a rap name generator to come up with “Malone.” At 16, he created his first mixtape titled “Young and After Them Riches.”

In search of better opportunities for his music career, Post moved to Los Angeles. There, he and his friend Probst, along with other producers and artists, formed the music collective BLCKVRD and lived together in a house in San Fernando Valley. It was during this time that he met producers Rex Kudo and members of FKi (1st Down and Rich), who would become crucial collaborators.

Post Malone’s career took off dramatically in February 2015 when he wrote and recorded the song “White Iverson” in just two days. The song, named after NBA Hall of Famer Allen Iverson, was uploaded to his SoundCloud account and quickly went viral. The accompanying music video, released in July 2015, garnered millions of views and caught the attention of established artists like Mac Miller and Wiz Khalifa. The song’s success led to a recording contract with Republic Records.

Post Malone is known for his electrifying live performances. His touring revenue has been substantial:

• Twelve Carat Tour: Grossed $93.7 million
• “If Y’all Weren’t Here, I’d Be Crying” Tour: Generated $81 million
• F-1 Trillion Tour (2024): Earned $63 million
• Big Ass Stadium Tour (2025, with Jelly Roll and Sierra Ferrell): Reported earnings of $169.7 million and counting

He reportedly earns approximately $500,000 per concert and also founded his own music festival, Posty Fest, which debuted in 2018.

Maison No. 9 Rosé

In 2020, Post Malone co-founded Maison No. 9, a French rosé wine brand. The venture proved immediately successful, selling 50,000 units within the first 48 hours of launch. The wine has become a significant part of his business portfolio.

Brand Endorsements & Collaborations

• Bud Light: Multi-faceted partnership including Dive Bar concerts, limited-edition fashion collections, Bud Light Seltzer endorsements, and a memorable Super Bowl commercial
• Crocs: Multiple iconic collaborations featuring unique designs
• HyperX: Gaming equipment endorsements
• True Religion: Fashion collaborations

Acting

Post Malone has ventured into acting with appearances in:

• Spenser Confidential (2020): Netflix action-comedy film starring Mark Wahlberg
• Wonderland: Upcoming film project (details under wraps)

Real Estate

Post Malone owns impressive properties including a $3 million, 13,000-square-foot home in northern Utah, where he values privacy and peace away from the spotlight of Los Angeles.

Post Malone’s career has been marked by his refusal to be confined to a single genre. Starting with cloud rap and trap influences on “Stoney,” he has progressively incorporated elements of pop, rock, R&B, grunge, and most recently, country music. His 2024 album “F-1 Trillion” represented a bold pivot into country music, featuring collaborations with some of the biggest names in the genre.

This country transition was surprisingly well-received by both fans and critics. The album debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200, and the lead single “I Had Some Help” with Morgan Wallen became Post’s sixth number-one hit on the Billboard Hot 100. The song earned 167 first-week adds at country radio and broke Spotify’s single-day country streaming record with nearly 14 million streams.

Critics have praised Post Malone’s ability to blend genres authentically rather than superficially. His introspective songwriting and laconic vocal style work across multiple musical contexts, from hip-hop to heartbreak country ballads.

At just 30 years old, Post Malone has already established himself as one of the most successful and influential artists of his generation. His ability to cross genre boundaries has opened doors for other artists and challenged traditional music industry categorizations. With over 150 million records sold and nine diamond-certified songs, his commercial success is undeniable.

Beyond the numbers, Post Malone’s impact lies in his authenticity and relatability. Despite massive fame, he maintains a down-to-earth persona that resonates with fans. His openness about struggles with mental health, addiction, and the transformative power of fatherhood has made him a more human figure in an often-artificial industry.

As he continues to evolve as an artist, father, and public figure, Post Malone shows no signs of slowing down. Whether he’s topping charts with country collaborations, gaming on Twitch, collecting medieval swords, or spending time with his daughter, Post Malone remains one of music’s most fascinating and unpredictable talents.