We get familiar and give you an insight into 5 things you didn’t know about LA residing artist Ty Dolla $ign.

After the release of his breakthrough mixtape, Beach House quickly followed up by the Beach House EP, Ty Dolla $ign has firmly set himself within the hip-hop and R&B community with his use of masterful lyricism and smooth production.

Signed to Atlantic Records, his most recent release, $ign Language has already reached over 140,000 downloads in a week highlighting his lyrical versatility and wide musical reach with varied styles spanning the 12 track tape.

5 Things You Don’t Know About Ty Dolla $ign

1. He co-wrote and produced Chris Brown’s summer smash hit ‘Loyal’ earlier this year

2. He’s a self-taught drummer, violinist, guitarist amongst others

3. He’s signed to Wiz Khalifa’s Taylor Gang Records and Atlantic Records

4. He’s worked with Rihanna on a track from her forthcoming album

5. His real name is Tyron Griffin