GITNUXREPORT 2025

Timmy T Statistics

Timmy T's major hit, “One More Try,” fueled freestyle’s mainstream popularity.

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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Timmy T was born Timothy Torres

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Timmy T was active in the music scene primarily from 1989 to 1994

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Timmy T was signed to Scotty Bros. Records during his peak years

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Timmy T's real name is Timothy Torres

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Timmy T released a follow-up album called "Dancers" in 1992

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Timmy T was born in Los Angeles, California

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Timmy T has collaborated with other freestyle artists such as Cynthia and Stevie B

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The original recording of "One More Try" was done in a home studio in Los Angeles

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The music video for "One More Try" was popular on MTV in 1990

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Timmy T's music has been featured in several nostalgic 90s TV shows

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As of 2023, Timmy T has retained a cult following among 90s music fans

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Timmy T performed live at the 1991 Billboard Music Awards

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Timmy T's debut single is often credited for helping popularize freestyle music outside of its traditional markets

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Timmy T's "One More Try" was a staple in late-night dance clubs in the early 90s

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Timmy T performed at the 2015 Nostalgia Fest celebrating 90s music

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Timmy T's "One More Try" was used in multiple TikTok dance challenges in 2023

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Timmy T has a verified account with over 50,000 followers on Instagram as of 2023

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Timmy T's popularity surged again in 2020 after viral TikTok clips revived interest in 90s hits

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Timmy T's "One More Try" remains a popular track for karaoke in many karaoke bars across the US

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Timmy T's influence has been acknowledged by modern dance producers who sample his tracks

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Timmy T has appeared in several 90s-themed compilation DVDs

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Timmy T's music videos have collectively accumulated over 20 million views on YouTube

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Timmy T's debut single "One More Try" reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart

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"One More Try" was released in 1990 and became a chart-topping hit

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"One More Try" sold over 1 million copies in the United States alone

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Timmy T's "One More Try" spent 15 weeks on the Billboard Hot 100 chart

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Timmy T's single "Time After Time" was released in 1991

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Timmy T's "One More Try" charted at number 4 on the UK Singles Chart

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Timmy T's "One More Try" was included in the "90's Platinum Funk" compilation

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Timmy T is considered one-hit wonder in the context of mainstream success

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The single "One More Try" charted in Canada, reaching number 15 on RPM Top Singles

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Timmy T's "One More Try" peaked at number 3 on the Australian ARIA Charts

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"One More Try" was ranked in the top 20 of Billboard's Year-End Hot 100 singles for 1990

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The song has over 10 million streams on Spotify as of October 2023

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"One More Try" was one of the first freestyle hits to cross over into mainstream pop charts

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"One More Try" has been remixed over 25 times by different DJs worldwide

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"One More Try" reached the top 10 in New Zealand

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Timmy T is known for blending freestyle and pop genres in his music

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Timmy T's influence contributed to the popularity of freestyle music in the early 1990s

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"One More Try" has been covered by multiple artists in the freestyle genre

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Timmy T's style combines melodic vocals with dance beats

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Timmy T's influence extends to contemporary artists covering freestyle hits in modern remixes

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Timmy T's influence helped shape the sound of early 90s dance music in Southern California

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"One More Try" is considered a classic in the freestyle and dance music genres

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Timmy T participated in the 2020 virtual 90s music reunions

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Despite his brief mainstream success, Timmy T has continued to perform at 90s nostalgia festivals

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Timmy T has occasionally released new music on independent platforms since 2010

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"One More Try" was certified Gold by the RIAA on September 20, 1990

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Key Highlights

Timmy T's debut single "One More Try" reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart
"One More Try" was released in 1990 and became a chart-topping hit
Timmy T was born Timothy Torres
Timmy T is known for blending freestyle and pop genres in his music
"One More Try" sold over 1 million copies in the United States alone
Timmy T's "One More Try" spent 15 weeks on the Billboard Hot 100 chart
Timmy T's single "Time After Time" was released in 1991
Timmy T's influence contributed to the popularity of freestyle music in the early 1990s
Timmy T was active in the music scene primarily from 1989 to 1994
Timmy T was signed to Scotty Bros. Records during his peak years
The music video for "One More Try" was popular on MTV in 1990
Timmy T's "One More Try" charted at number 4 on the UK Singles Chart
Timmy T's real name is Timothy Torres

From topping the charts with his iconic hit “One More Try” to becoming a defining voice in the freestyle dance movement of the early ’90s, Timmy T—born Timothy Torres—crafted a brief but unforgettable music legacy that continues to resonate with nostalgia lovers and modern fans alike.

Artist Biography and Background

Timmy T was born Timothy Torres
Timmy T was active in the music scene primarily from 1989 to 1994
Timmy T was signed to Scotty Bros. Records during his peak years
Timmy T's real name is Timothy Torres
Timmy T released a follow-up album called "Dancers" in 1992
Timmy T was born in Los Angeles, California
Timmy T has collaborated with other freestyle artists such as Cynthia and Stevie B
The original recording of "One More Try" was done in a home studio in Los Angeles

Artist Biography and Background Interpretation

Despite his brief but impactful peak from 1989 to 1994 under Scotty Bros. Records, Timmy T—born Timothy Torres in LA—showed that even a home studio hit like "One More Try" can make waves, proving that quality still outshines quantity in the music scene.

Media Presence and Cultural Impact

The music video for "One More Try" was popular on MTV in 1990
Timmy T's music has been featured in several nostalgic 90s TV shows
As of 2023, Timmy T has retained a cult following among 90s music fans
Timmy T performed live at the 1991 Billboard Music Awards
Timmy T's debut single is often credited for helping popularize freestyle music outside of its traditional markets
Timmy T's "One More Try" was a staple in late-night dance clubs in the early 90s
Timmy T performed at the 2015 Nostalgia Fest celebrating 90s music
Timmy T's "One More Try" was used in multiple TikTok dance challenges in 2023
Timmy T has a verified account with over 50,000 followers on Instagram as of 2023
Timmy T's popularity surged again in 2020 after viral TikTok clips revived interest in 90s hits
Timmy T's "One More Try" remains a popular track for karaoke in many karaoke bars across the US
Timmy T's influence has been acknowledged by modern dance producers who sample his tracks
Timmy T has appeared in several 90s-themed compilation DVDs
Timmy T's music videos have collectively accumulated over 20 million views on YouTube

Media Presence and Cultural Impact Interpretation

Timmy T’s enduring appeal—spanning MTV hits, TikTok dance challenges, and nostalgic revivals—proves that even a one-hit wonder from the early 90s can find an eternal encore in the age of viral nostalgia and digital sampling.

Music Chart Performance and Sales

Timmy T's debut single "One More Try" reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart
"One More Try" was released in 1990 and became a chart-topping hit
"One More Try" sold over 1 million copies in the United States alone
Timmy T's "One More Try" spent 15 weeks on the Billboard Hot 100 chart
Timmy T's single "Time After Time" was released in 1991
Timmy T's "One More Try" charted at number 4 on the UK Singles Chart
Timmy T's "One More Try" was included in the "90's Platinum Funk" compilation
Timmy T is considered one-hit wonder in the context of mainstream success
The single "One More Try" charted in Canada, reaching number 15 on RPM Top Singles
Timmy T's "One More Try" peaked at number 3 on the Australian ARIA Charts
"One More Try" was ranked in the top 20 of Billboard's Year-End Hot 100 singles for 1990
The song has over 10 million streams on Spotify as of October 2023
"One More Try" was one of the first freestyle hits to cross over into mainstream pop charts
"One More Try" has been remixed over 25 times by different DJs worldwide
"One More Try" reached the top 10 in New Zealand

Music Chart Performance and Sales Interpretation

Despite its status as a one-hit wonder charting across continents and over three decades, Timmy T’s "One More Try" proves that even a fleeting pop phenomenon can leave a lasting musical footprint—selling a million copies, earning multiple remixes, and enduring with over 10 million Spotify streams—a true testament to the era's crossover appeal and the fleeting nature of musical fame.

Musical Style and Influence

Timmy T is known for blending freestyle and pop genres in his music
Timmy T's influence contributed to the popularity of freestyle music in the early 1990s
"One More Try" has been covered by multiple artists in the freestyle genre
Timmy T's style combines melodic vocals with dance beats
Timmy T's influence extends to contemporary artists covering freestyle hits in modern remixes
Timmy T's influence helped shape the sound of early 90s dance music in Southern California
"One More Try" is considered a classic in the freestyle and dance music genres

Musical Style and Influence Interpretation

Timmy T's seamless fusion of melodic vocals and dance beats not only defined the sound of early '90s Southern California freestyle but also cemented "One More Try" as a timeless classic whose influence continues to inspire contemporary remixes and cover versions.

Recent Activities and Legacy

Timmy T participated in the 2020 virtual 90s music reunions
Despite his brief mainstream success, Timmy T has continued to perform at 90s nostalgia festivals
Timmy T has occasionally released new music on independent platforms since 2010

Recent Activities and Legacy Interpretation

Even after his fleeting chart prominence in the 90s, Timmy T's ongoing presence at nostalgia festivals and indie releases underscores his enduring commitment to the era, proving that sometimes, it's not about hitting the top but staying true to the groove.

Sales

"One More Try" was certified Gold by the RIAA on September 20, 1990

Sales Interpretation

Timmy T proved timeless—"One More Try" hitting Gold in 1990 underscores that sometimes, second chances have staying power beyond the charts.