blackbear Music Artist Overview
blackbear, born Matthew Tyler Musto on November 27, 1990, in Daytona Beach, Florida, is an American singer, songwriter, and record producer known for blending pop, R&B, and hip-hop. He has accumulated over 10 million monthly listeners on Spotify and is credited as a songwriter and producer on tracks for artists including Justin Bieber, G-Eazy, and Mike Posner. His career spans independent releases, major-label partnerships, and extensive touring across North America and Europe.
He co-founded the record label Beartrap with his management team, which handles his releases and supports emerging artists. blackbear's discography includes multiple studio albums and EPs that charted on the Billboard 200, with his 2016 album "Digital Druglord" reaching number 14 on the chart. He has released projects through labels including Interscope Records and Beartrap Music, maintaining a direct-to-fan distribution strategy alongside streaming platforms.
blackbear Albums, Songs, and Chart Performance
His studio albums include "deadroses" (2015), "Digital Druglord" (2017), "Anonymous" (2019), "everything means nothing" (2020), and "misery lake" (2021). The album "everything means nothing" debuted at number 13 on the Billboard 200 and features the single "hot girl bummer," which peaked at number 11 on the Billboard Hot 100 and was certified 4x Platinum by the RIAA. Other notable tracks include "do re mi," "idfc," and "cheated," which have collectively accumulated hundreds of millions of streams.
Notable Singles and Collaborations
blackbear has collaborated with artists such as Justin Bieber on "boyfriend," G-Eazy on "boyfriend (Remix)," and Mike Posner on "I Took a Pill in Ibiza (Seeb Remix)." His single "hot girl bummer" became a viral TikTok phenomenon, driving streams across platforms and earning multiple certifications. He continues to release singles and projects through his Beartrap label, maintaining a consistent output of music that blends introspective lyrics with pop and electronic production.
blackbear Net Worth and Business Ventures
blackbear's estimated net worth is approximately $6 million, derived from album sales, streaming royalties, touring revenue, and songwriting royalties. He has generated income through placements in film, television, and advertising, as well as brand partnerships. His direct-to-fan model and independent label operations reduce reliance on traditional major-label advances, allowing him to retain a larger share of revenue.
He has invested in music technology and production tools, and his label Beartrap functions as both a creative studio and a business entity managing his catalog. blackbear has also expanded into visual content, directing and producing music videos that align with his brand aesthetic. His business approach emphasizes ownership of masters and long-term catalog value, a strategy increasingly common among independent artists who control their distribution and marketing.