Today, Sony/ATV Music Publishing has signed singer, songwriter, and rapper Rod Wave to a worldwide publishing agreement.
Rod Wave quickly rose to prominence with his breakout single Heart on Ice and is also known for songs including Popular Loner and Cuban Links ft. Kevin Gates.
At just 21 years old, Rod Wave gained viral success with his song Heart on Ice on social platforms such as TikTok, which earned him millions of streams, a No.25 spot on the Billboard 100, and an RIAA platinum certification.
After Heart on Ice, Rod Wave kept the momentum going with his mixtape Ghetto Gospel, which was released on November 1, 2019 and peaked at No.10 on the Billboard 200 Albums chart.
Recently, he released his first studio album Pray 4 Love on April 3, which debuted No.1 on Billboard’s Top Rap Albums chart and No.2 on the Billboard 200 Albums chart.
The album earned over 100 million on-demand streams in just the first week.
Sony/ATV Chairman and CEO Jon Platt, said: “Rod Wave has unlimited musical potential and a poetic intensity that connects with fans.
“We are proud to support his rising career.”
“Rod Wave is a star – his ability to convey unique metaphors about life and love through his songs attracts listeners from all walks of life.”
Brittany Perry, Sony/ATV
Sony/ATV Manager, Creative A&R, Brittany Perry, added: “Rod Wave is a star – his ability to convey unique metaphors about life and love through his songs attracts listeners from all walks of life.
“We’re beyond thrilled to have Rod join the Sony/ATV family.”
“I’m hyped to be working with Jon, Brittany and everyone at Sony/ATV – I believe this can take everything to the next level.”
Rod Wave
Rod Wave, said: “I’m hyped to be working with Jon, Brittany and everyone at Sony/ATV – I believe this can take everything to the next level.”Music Business Worldwide
