YoungBoy Never Broke Again

YoungBoy Never Broke Again, born Kentrell DeSean Gaulden on October 20, 1999, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, is one of the most influential voices in modern hip-hop. His music career took off in 2015 when he began releasing a series of raw, emotionally charged mixtapes that resonated with fans across the South. However, it was his 2017 singles Untouchable and No Smoke that propelled him onto the national stage, marking his first appearances on the Billboard Hot 100 and solidifying his status as a rising star in the rap scene.

By 2018, YoungBoy was a dominant force in hip-hop. His single Outside Today became his first major hit, breaking into the top 40 of the Billboard Hot 100 and leading to the release of his debut studio album, Until Death Call My Name, which peaked at number seven on the Billboard 200. He continued his meteoric rise with Bandit, a collaboration with the late Juice Wrld, which landed him his first top 10 hit. His 2019 mixtape AI YoungBoy 2 debuted at number one, cementing his reputation as one of the most streamed and talked-about artists of his generation.

Despite his massive success, YoungBoy’s career has been overshadowed by ongoing legal troubles. In late 2024, he faced serious charges related to a prescription drug fraud ring, resulting in a 27-month federal prison sentence. Earlier that year, he was sentenced to 23 months for firearm possession, followed by a lengthy probation period. While these legal battles have shaped his personal life, they haven’t diminished his impact on the rap industry. With a fiercely loyal fan base and an unmatched work ethic, YoungBoy Never Broke Again remains a defining figure in contemporary hip-hop, pushing boundaries with his music and storytelling.