2023–present: Early success and debut extended play Bennett started his music career in 2023, releasing his debut single "Act I: Stickerz '99". The song gained mainstream attention, with him following up with releasing his hit single "
Act II: Date @ 8", in December of that year. His video performance for the song went viral on
TikTok as
internet streamers and viewers reacted in surprise to Bennett's singing, which unexpectedly contrasted the
drill-like visuals featured in the video. He received further success from the song, debuting at number 7 on the
Hot R&B Songs chart. The song became Bennett's first appearance on the
Billboard Hot 100, its solo version peaking at number 59. In January 2024,
Kanye West called Bennett his favorite new artist and co-signed him. Bennett also received support from Canadian rapper
Drake. Bennett's third single, "Act III: On God? (She Like)" was released on March 3, 2024. On March 8, 2024, a remix of "Act II: Date @ 8" with Drake was released via
OVO Sound, propelling the song to the top ten of the
Billboard Hot 100. On March 9, 2024, Bennett signed a recording deal with OVO Sound for the release of his debut
extended play. On May 3, 2024, Bennett released his debut mixtape
U Made Me a St4r, which included a remix of "Act III: On God? (She Like)" with Kanye West. == Personal life ==