Lil Tecca, now 22 as of 2025, has transitioned from a teenage gaming rapper to a multifaceted pop‑rap artist with five albums in three years, million‑streaming hits, and growing business ventures.
With a clear vision, entrepreneurial drive, and diverse creative output, he’s securing a lasting presence in modern music.
Beyond music, he’s exploring acting, fashion design, beat making (target of 1,000), and game creation.
Lil Tecca Biography
Tyler‑Justin Anthony Sharpe commonly known as Lil Tecca was born August 26, 2002, in Queens, New York City, and later moved to Cedarhurst, Long Island, at age 12.
He was raised in a Christian household with Jamaican heritage, he balanced academics with music and gaming, using the Xbox to record diss tracks; his earliest foray into rapping.
Tyler‑Justin attended Lawrence High School and initially pursued college before dedicating himself fully to music.
Musical Beginnings & Breakthrough
Tecca’s early tracks like “Tectri” (2017, with Gummybear) and “Callin” laid the foundation.
His global breakthrough came in May 2019 with “Ransom”, released via Lyrical Lemonade; it reached No. 4 on the Billboard Hot 100 and has over 1.4 billion Spotify streams and 400 million YouTube views.
Its success propelled his debut mixtape, We Love You Tecca, to No. 4 on Billboard 200.
Personal Life & Relationships
Tecca is 5′9″ and about 158 lbs; he maintains a lean build and avoids alcohol and drugs.
He reportedly dated Instagram model Racqueli Pesos in 2019–2020; since then he’s been single. He remains focused on his music and personal growth.
Singles & Highlights
- “Dark Thoughts” (Mar 2025) impressed critics, showcasing growth in craft.
- “Owa Owa” (May 2025) samples the Buggles’ “Video Killed the Radio Star,” and teases summer chart potential.
Albums & Evolving Discography
- Virgo World (Sept 2020): Debuted at No. 10, featuring “Dolly” (ft. Lil Uzi Vert) and “When You Down”.
- We Love You Tecca 2 (Aug 2021): Also reached No. 10, included hits “Never Left” (No. 56 Hot 100) and “Repeat It” (ft. Gunna).
- Tec (Sept 22, 2023): Third studio album, peaked at No. 11. Notable tracks: “500lbs” (platinum), “Hvn on Earth” (ft. Kodak Black).
- Plan A (Sept 20, 2024): Fourth studio album with guest Don Toliver; garnered positive acclaim for emotional depth.
- Dopamine (June 13, 2025): Fifth studio album; produced by Galactic/Republic and led by singles “Dark Thoughts” and “Owa Owa”.
Tours & Live Shows
- Tecca headlined his own tours and opened for major acts during his early albums.
- In 2025, he embarked on a UK tour: London (June 23), Glasgow (July 24), Birmingham (July 25).
Net Worth & Business Focus
Lil Tecca estimates for 2025 place his net worth around $3–5 million, with earnings from streams, tours, merch, and songwriting.
He owns real estate, with a ~$500k New York property, and is expanding into fashion, gaming, and label ventures.
Artistic Growth & Vision
Lil Tecca was initially influenced by gaming culture, Chief Keef, Speaker Knockerz, and Juice Wrld, Tecca built a melodic, emotional rap style.
He co-owns Galactic Records, prioritizes personal expression over trends, and values production quality and creative autonomy.
