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Oliver Tree Nickell was born on June 29, 1993, in Santa Cruz, California. He studied business at San Francisco State University before turning to music and later attended the California Institute of the Arts to study music technology.

He broke through in 2017 after his song “When I’m Down” went viral, signing with Atlantic Records and releasing his debut album Ugly Is Beautiful in 2020. Tree became known for his eclectic blend of alternative pop, electronic beats, and quirky visual style, achieving international recognition with singles like “Life Goes On” (2021) and “Miss You” (2022). He followed up with several albums, including Cowboy Tears (2022), Alone in a Crowd (2023), and Love You Madly Hate You Badly (2024), and performed at major festivals such as Lollapalooza and Coachella.

In 2026, Tree was touring South America as part of “The World’s First World Tour.” While traveling between shows, he was identified among six victims of a helicopter crash in Recreio dos Bandeirantes, Rio de Janeiro, on June 14, 2026. He died at the age of 32, leaving a legacy of genre‑defying music and distinctive visual artistry.