Doechii
Make way for the swamp princess because Doechii is coming home. Her tour, “Live from the Swamp,” is set to appear at the Yuengling Center on October 25th. This show is marked as one of the most anticipated for the Tampa community, many of whom have seen her grow from a small local artist to the third-ever woman to win Best Rap Album at the Grammy Awards. This homecoming show becomes more than just a concert and transforms into a community celebration of pure talent.
From the Swamp to the Stage
Before virality and performing at the Grammy Awards, Doechii began her career here in Tampa. She started off by writing poetry and lyrics during her time at Howard W. Blake High School until the release of her debut song, “Girls,” in 2016 under the name Iamdoechii on SoundCloud. She would continue to release music independently, producing one of her most viral works, “Yucky Blucky Fruitcake,” which captured the eyes of record labels.
In 2022, Doechii signed to Capitol Records and Top Dawg Entertainment, allowing her to explore the realm of music like never before. She collaborated with multiple artists like David Guetta and released the song “Crazy,” which earned her a nomination for Push Performance of the Year at the 2022 MTV Video Music Awards. Every year since, she has continuously shown her power and depth, becoming one of the top voices of her label.
Live from the Swamp: One Last Time
As an homage and final encore to her award-winning album “Alligator Bites Never Heal,” Doechii is hitting the stage one last time for this era of her music. This tour embodies everything she embodies: authenticity and creativity. Blending her roots with her current home has allowed her to explore the depths of what it means to produce meaningful work. Her blend of fluidity and authenticity within her work aided in her journey to building a successful career. This tour represents where she’s been, where she is, and where she’s going next, along with the chaos or beauty that accompanies this journey.
On October 25th, fans can expect to hear a beautiful blend of the greatest hits from her critically acclaimed album, such as “Denial is a River” and “Catfish,” as well as viral songs like “Anxiety”. From the Grammy Awards to The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Doechii is sure to bring her theatrical and immersive performances to the stage, allowing everyone in the audience to become part of the swamp.
Reach Beyond the Coast
Doechii’s stardom is a representation of talent’s limitless bounds. Pure creativity and uniqueness are not limited to entertainment hotspots like Los Angeles or New York City; they can occur anywhere an artist resides. Without taking inspiration from her hometown, it’s possible her work wouldn’t have been the same today.
By strategizing virality with authentic creativity, Doechii built her career from the ground up. She has shown that Tampa can produce great talents, and those talents can reach across any area. Her growth highlights how many artists are just waiting to be discovered in their roots. Displaying that talent is not singular; it is a collective that unites everyone.
Coming Home
As Doechii prepares to hit the stage, this show is more than just another stop on the tour. It’s a celebration of the community that is this city. Where a variety of styles, people, and creativity can come together and feel connected.
From her early days performing in hookah bars and house parties to commanding global stages, Doechii has carried her beginnings with her throughout her career. Now, once the beat drops and the lights go up, Tampa gets to experience what it means to come back home.