Big Yavo

Big Yavo, born Yaven Mannie Mauldin on August 2, 2000, in Birmingham, Alabama, is one of the most exciting voices to emerge from the Southern hip-hop scene in recent years. Rooted in the streets of Birmingham’s West Side, Yavo first made waves under the name 41st Yavo, a tribute to his neighborhood. With a gritty delivery and infectious charisma, he began uploading tracks to YouTube, gaining traction for his high-energy style and relatable storytelling. By 2020, he reintroduced himself as Big Yavo and dropped standout projects like On God, Gorilla Warfare with fellow Birmingham rapper Luh Soldier, and Dumb Ass, all of which helped cement his position as a rising star in Southern rap.

Known for his rapid-fire flows and off-the-cuff lyricism, Big Yavo doesn’t write his verses—he freestyles them, turning each track into a raw, unfiltered reflection of his reality. His 2021 project On God II featured the breakout track “Rich,” which exploded on TikTok and pushed his reach beyond the South. His sound, grounded in Alabama street culture but sprinkled with West Coast bounce, offers a fresh twist on traditional trap. Yavo’s dedication to authenticity and his roots resonates deeply with fans, and he’s become a hometown hero in Birmingham. With albums like The Largest (2022), Proof (2023), and The Giant (2024), Big Yavo continues to evolve—bringing ambition, hunger, and Southern grit to every beat.