tyler donavan

tyler donavan is a Virginia-based rapper and songwriter whose music blends personal storytelling with genre-defying sound. For over a decade, he has built a loyal audience by pairing lyrical depth with emotional honesty, creating work that resonates far beyond the surface.

In 2018, tyler faced a life-altering setback when emergency spinal surgery left him with a prognosis that he might never walk again. Refusing to accept that outcome, he committed fully to recovery. Through months of therapy, discipline, and faith, he returned to the stage in just over a year. That season became a turning point, not just in his healing, but in the clarity of his creative purpose.

In 2023, he released his album GASPING4AIR through his independent imprint 9th Nimbus. The project earned three VEER Music Award nominations, including Album of the Year, Song of the Year for "Take the Lead," and Video of the Year for "Crescendo." That same year, he performed at Something in the Water, a milestone moment that affirmed his place in Virginia’s rising music scene.

With a clear artistic identity, steady momentum, and a story that continues to evolve, tyler is building something bigger than music. His work encourages others to persevere, live with intention, and “follow the cloud.” He is not just creating songs. He is building a movement rooted in purpose and persistence, guided by the belief that following the cloud leads to something greater.