YoungBoy started writing and making music around the age of fourteen, eventually dropping his first mixtape Life Before Fame in April of 2015.
YoungBoy started to gain recognition when he dropped his projects Mind Of A Menace 3, Before I Go, and 38 Baby, but gained the most recognition for his hit song “38 Baby.”
Shortly after the success of “38 Baby” Young Boy was arrested on November 28, 2016, and was charged with two counts of attempted second-degree murder in connection with a drive-by shooting which occurred November 7, 2016. YoungBoy ended up being sentenced to a ten-year suspended prison sentence after serving six months in prison.
After YoungBoy was released from jail, he dropped “Untouchable” which is one of his biggest hits to date. Following the release of “Untouchable,” YoungBoy released AI YoungBoy on August 4, 2017.
Later on, in 2017 YoungBoy ended the year by dropping Ain’t Too Long and started 2018 by releasing his debut studio album, Until Death Call My Name.
Nowadays YoungBoy has come up with more famous tracks such as “Drawing Symbols,” “Lil Top,” “House Arrest Tingz” and “Around”. These have appeared on albums as AI Youngboy II, Still Flexin', Still Steppin' and Top.
On March 25, 2021, the rapper was taken into custody by the FBI on an outstanding federal warrant for drug and weapon charges which date back to 2016. While locked up, YoungBoy’s team released the rapper’s third studio album, Sincerely, Kentrell, on September 24, 2021: it was originally set to be released in May of the same year. Nearly a month after, on October 22, YoungBoy was released from jail on a $500K bond and is currently placed on house arrest in Utah.
Ending 2021, YoungBoy partnered with the fellow Louisiana native, Birdman to present the two artists' joint mixtape, From The Bayou which would peak at #19 on the Billboard 200.
Beginning 2022 to a ferocious start, YoungBoy would begin to diss King Von on songs such as “Bring The Hook,” and “Fish Scale.” These songs would soon appear on YoungBoy’s eighteenth mixtape, Colors which would later peak at #2 on the Billboard 200.
Later in the year, just a month afterward, YoungBoy would find himself in a viral controversy with the Chicago native, Lil Durk as both of them exchanged brutal disses from Durk’s “AHHH HA,” to YoungBoy’s “I Hate YoungBoy” — both regarding the death of King Von.
Following his hastily start to 2022, YoungBoy would partner up with DaBaby to present the duo’s joint mixtape, BETTER THAN YOU in March. The mixtape would later peak at #10 on the Billboard 200, this would mark YoungBoy’s ninth top ten.
On April 1, 2022, continuing his victorious run, YoungBoy would release The Last Slimeto Sampler, a sample album for his August release, The Last Slimeto. This album would mark YoungBoy’s final album with Atlantic Records.
On July 15, 2022, YoungBoy was found not guilty of his federal guns charge. In a interview on Instagram, YoungBoy announced that he and his team were planning to go on tour.
As planned, on August 5, 2022, YoungBoy released The Last Slimeto which would mark his last album with Atlantic Records, completing the contract. The album would also peak at #1 on the Billboard 200 marking his fifth #1 album. The project would also break a tie with Taylor Swift as it scored a #1 album in each of the past four years.
On September 6, 2022, YoungBoy released Realer 2 as a surprise release, it is presented as a sequel to his December 2018, Realer. Just over a month following the release of Realer 2, YoungBoy released the Juvenile-influenced mixtape, 3800 Degrees which would peak at #12 on the Billboard 200. Two weeks prior to the release of 3800 Degrees, YoungBoy would release yet another mixtape hosted by DJ Drama as a part of his Gangsta Grillz series titled Ma’ I Got A Family.
Through Billboard, on October 24, 2022, it was announced that following YoungBoy’s departure from Atlantic Records, beginning 2023, he would release music under a joint venture deal between his own Never Broke Again and Motown Records.
Around
YoungBoy Never Broke Again Lyrics
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(TayTay made the beat)
Let's go
Fuck who won't attend, I got money
I be fresh as hell, loaded, this that dank, uh
I say baby, 'round and 'round, 'round and 'round
Shawty let me hear you say my name
Ayy, now she wanna make me out her man
That's a Drac' with a coolin' kit
Arguin', stop, these niggas playin' games, uh
They check out my fashion, strapped inside my jacket
I just said a prayer for baba
Say let's go get active (4KTrey)
Geekin' when they cashin'
I just let the top down
Show them this shit massive
I pull up, I'm fresh as fuck
I look like I'm Mannie
Dope inside my car got me so dumb that I might need a nanny
Air shit, John Elliot my gardener fit
I think all these niggas counterfeit
Act like that, they don't know 'til them shots let off, it's danger bitch, uh
Bro on two attempts, all he want do is play in some shit
Pallbearer mad at us, we stepped on him, that's handkerchief
Fuck who won't attend, I got money
I be fresh as hell, loaded, this that dank, uh
I say baby, 'round and 'round, 'round and 'round
Shawty let me hear you say my name
Ayy, bitch I'm rich, ayy, plus I'm super lit
Ayy, now she wanna make me out her man
That's a Drac' with a coolin' kit
Arguin', stop, these niggas playin' games, uh
These niggas lames
They know I been mackin' on all of these hoes just like a player
I'm keepin' that dope in the drawer
When I roll it and go, hold on bae, you in off smell
In Balenciaga whenever I step out, I cover my new ho in new Chanel
I stay with my fire, I'ma cause hell
I shoot this bitch 'round, they gon' call 12
Darth Vader, it's a Jedi stick
I'm tryna take off once I face 'em, in this Abloh fit
I should change my name to double R, 'cause bitch, I'm really rich
Niggas on that silly shit, it come to this
Inside this business, killin' shit
Fuck who won't attend, I got money
I be fresh as hell, loaded, this that dank, uh
I say baby, 'round and 'round, 'round and 'round
Shawty let me hear you say my name
Ayy, bitch I'm rich, ayy, plus I'm super lit
Ayy, now she wanna make me out her man
That's a Drac' with a coolin' kit
Arguin', stop, these niggas playin' games, uh
The lyrics to YoungBoy Never Broke Again's song "Around" are about the rapper's success and confidence in his abilities. He boasts about his money, fashion, and the attention he receives from women. In the chorus, he repeats the line "round and round" which could be representative of his constant rotation of wealth, fame, and women.
Throughout the rest of the song, he references designer brands such as Balenciaga and John Elliot, and the coolin' kit on his Drac' (short for Draco, a type of gun). He also mentions his disregard for those who don't show up to support him, calling them out by saying "Fuck who won't attend."
The song also has a tone of aggression, with YoungBoy rapping about having a firearm on him and being ready for conflict. He mentions "Darth Vader" and "Jedi stick" which could be references to the intensity of his weapon.
Overall, "Around" is a self-assured anthem about YoungBoy's success, fame, and ability to handle whatever comes his way.
Line by Line Meaning
Who made this shit?
YoungBoy is asking who produced the beat for the song.
Fuck who won't attend, I got money
YoungBoy does not care if people do not support him because he has wealth.
I be fresh as hell, loaded, this that dank, uh
YoungBoy is looking his best and feeling good while smoking high-quality marijuana.
I say baby, 'round and 'round, 'round and 'round
YoungBoy wants a girl to say his name repeatedly in a flirtatious manner.
Shawty let me hear you say my name
YoungBoy wants the girl to voice his name in excitement.
Ayy, bitch I'm rich, ayy, plus I'm super lit
YoungBoy is boasting about his wealth and being in a state of euphoria.
Ayy, now she wanna make me out her man
YoungBoy is saying that his wealth and charisma caused the girl to want him as her boyfriend.
That's a Drac' with a coolin' kit
YoungBoy is referring to a firearm modified to reduce its temperature.
Arguin', stop, these niggas playin' games, uh
YoungBoy is frustrated with people who cause drama and play games.
They check out my fashion, strapped inside my jacket
People admire YoungBoy's fashion sense while he carries a gun concealed within his jacket.
I just said a prayer for baba
YoungBoy has just finished praying for God to protect him.
Say let's go get active (4KTrey)
YoungBoy wants to go cause trouble and be active with his gang.
Geekin' when they cashin'
YoungBoy and his gang are excited when they make money.
I just let the top down
YoungBoy has just opened up his convertible car roof.
Show them this shit massive
YoungBoy wants to flaunt his expensive possessions.
I pull up, I'm fresh as fuck
YoungBoy arrives looking his best.
I look like I'm Mannie
YoungBoy is saying he looks like Birdman's brother Mannie Fresh.
Dope inside my car got me so dumb that I might need a nanny
YoungBoy is referencing his drug use and how it affects his cognitive abilities.
Air shit, John Elliot my gardener fit
YoungBoy is wearing John Elliot clothing, known for its airy and comfortable design.
I think all these niggas counterfeit
YoungBoy believes that the people around him are fake.
Act like that, they don't know 'til them shots let off, it's danger bitch, uh
If people act disrespectfully, YoungBoy and his gang will resort to violence.
Bro on two attempts, all he want do is play in some shit
YoungBoy has a friend in jail who simply wants to play basketball.
Pallbearer mad at us, we stepped on him, that's handkerchief
YoungBoy and his gang have caused trouble with someone who works for a funeral home, and used a handkerchief to clean up the mess.
These niggas lames
YoungBoy believes that the people around him are boring and uninteresting.
They know I been mackin' on all of these hoes just like a player
YoungBoy has been seducing multiple women like a seasoned player.
I'm keepin' that dope in the drawer
YoungBoy has hidden drugs in a drawer for safekeeping.
When I roll it and go, hold on bae, you in off smell
YoungBoy tells a girl to hold on because the smell of the marijuana will impact her.
In Balenciaga whenever I step out, I cover my new ho in new Chanel
YoungBoy is dressed in expensive Balenciaga clothing and wants to shower his girlfriend with expensive Chanel products.
I stay with my fire, I'ma cause hell
YoungBoy always carries a firearm and is ready to cause trouble when necessary.
I shoot this bitch 'round, they gon' call 12
YoungBoy is saying that if he discharges his firearm, the police will be called.
Darth Vader, it's a Jedi stick
YoungBoy has modified his firearm to look like a weapon from Star Wars.
I'm tryna take off once I face 'em, in this Abloh fit
YoungBoy wants to run away from his enemies while wearing an outfit designed by Virgil Abloh.
I should change my name to double R, 'cause bitch, I'm really rich
YoungBoy is so wealthy that he is considering changing his name to reflect his status.
Niggas on that silly shit, it come to this
YoungBoy has been forced to act violently due to the foolish behavior of others.
Inside this business, killin' shit
YoungBoy is succeeding in the rap game and dominating his competition.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Kentrell Deshawn Gaulden
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
KJ_11
When I was a young boy
My father took me into the city
To see a marching band
He said, "Son, when you grow up
Would you be the savior of the broken
The beaten, and the damned?"
He said, "Will you defeat them
Your demons and all the non-believers?
The plans that they have made?
Because one day, I'll leave you
A phantom to lead you in the summer
To join the black parade"
When I was a young boy
My father took me into the city
To see a marching band
He said, "Son, when you grow up
You will be the savior of the broken
The beaten, and the damned?"
Sometimes I get the feelin'
She's watchin' over me
And other times I feel like I should go
And through it all, the rise and fall
The bodies in the streets
And when you're gone, we want you all to know
We'll carry on, we'll carry on
And though you're dead and gone, believe me
Your memory will carry on
We'll carry on
And in my heart, I can't contain it
The anthem won't explain it
A world that sends you reeling
From decimated dreams
Your misery and hate will kill us all
So paint it black and take it back
Let's shout it loud and clear
Defiant to the end, we hear the call
To carry on
We'll carry on
And though you're dead and gone, believe me
Your memory will carry on
We'll carry on
And though you're broken and defeated
Your weary widow marches
On and on, we carry through the fears
(Oh, oh, oh)
Disappointed faces of your peers
(Oh, oh, oh)
Take a look at me
'Cause I could not care at all
Do or die, you'll never make me
Because the world will never take my heart
Go and try, you'll never break me
We want it all, we wanna play this part
I won't explain or say I'm sorry
I'm unashamed, I'm gonna show my scars
Give a cheer for all the broken
Listen here, because it's who we are
I'm just a man, I'm not a hero
Just a boy, who had to sing this song
I'm just a man, I'm not a hero
I don't care
We'll carry on
We'll carry on
And though you're dead and gone, believe me
Your memory will carry on
You'll carry on
And though you're broken and defeated
Your weary widow marches on
Do or die, you'll never make me
Because the world will never take my heart
Go and try, you'll never break me
We want it all, we wanna play this part
We'll carry on
Do or die, you'll never make me (we'll carry on)
Because the world will never take my heart (we'll carry on)
Go and try, you'll never break me (we'll carry)
We want it all, we wanna play this part
(We'll carry on!)
mark jake
Fuck who want it, I got rank(I got rank)
I be fresh as hell loaded this that drank
I say baby round around, round around
Shawty let me hear you say my name
Ay bitch I’m rich, plus I’m super lit
Now she wanna make me out her man
That’s a Drac’ with a cooling kit
I could stop these niggas playing games, huh
They check out my fashion, strap inside my jacket
I just said a prayer for baba say let’s go get active (4KT)
Geekin’ when they cash in
I just let the top down
Show them this shit massive
I pull up I’m fresh as fuck
I look like a manny
Dope inside my car got me so dumb that I might need a nanny
And she
John Elliot My gardener fit
I think all these niggas counterfeit, swang thе stick
Act like they don’t know
’till shots left off this dangеr bitch
Bro on 2 of 10s , all he want do is paint some shit
Pallbearer, he mad at us
We stepped on him, that’s hankerchief
Fuck who run the team, I got rank (I got rank)
I be fresh as hell loaded this that dank
I say baby round around, round around
Shawty let me hear you say my name
Ay bitch I’m rich, plus I’m super lit
Now she wanna make me out her man
That’s a Drac’ with a cooling kit
I can stop these niggas playing games, huh
These niggas lame
They know I’been Mackin’ on all these hoes just like a player
Im keeping that dope in a jar
When I’m rolling a ‘gar
Holding value and all the smell
And Balenciaga whenever I step out
I cover my new hoe in new Chanel
I stay with my fire ima cause hell
I shoot this bitch ‘round they gon’ call twelve
Darth Vader, this a Jedi stick
Archer take out when I face ‘em in this ablo fit
I should change my name to double R
Cause bitch I’m really rich
Niggas on that silly shit
Come to this, inside this business
Killin’ shit
Fuck who run a team, I got rank
I be fresh as hell loaded that’s that rank
I say baby round around, round around
Shawty let me hear you say my name
Ay bitch I’m rich, plus I’m super lit
Now she wanna make me all her man
That’s a draco with the cooling kit
I’m gone stop these niggas playing games, huh
4t4rayo
Fuck who want it, I got rank (I got rank)
I be fresh as hell loaded this that drank
I say baby round around, round around
Shawty let me hear you say my name
Ay bitch I'm rich, plus I'm super lit
Now she wanna make me out her man
That's a Drac' with a cooling kit
I could stop these niggas playing games, huh
They check out my fashion, strap inside my jacket
I just said a prayer for baba say let's go get active (4KT)
Geekin' when they cash in
I just let the top down
Show them this shit massive
I pull up I'm fresh as fuck
I look like a manny
Dope inside my car got me so dumb that I might need a nanny
And she
John Elliot my gardener fit
I think all these niggas counterfeit, swang thе stick
Act like they don't know
'Till shots left off this dangеr bitch
Bro on 2 of 10s, all he want do is paint some shit
Pallbearer, he mad at us
We stepped on him, that's handkerchief
Fuck who run the team, I got rank (I got rank)
I be fresh as hell loaded this that dank
I say baby round around, round around
Shawty let me hear you say my name
Ay bitch I'm rich, plus I'm super lit
Now she wanna make me out her man
That's a Drac' with a cooling kit
I can stop these niggas playing games, huh
These niggas lame
They know I'been Mackin' on all these hoes just like a player
I'm keeping that dope in a jar
When I'm rolling a 'gar
Holding value and all the smell
And Balenciaga whenever I step out
I cover my new hoe in new Chanel
I stay with my fire ima cause hell
I shoot this bitch 'round they gon' call twelve
Darth Vader, this a Jedi stick
Archer take out when I face 'em in this ablo fit
I should change my name to double R
Cause bitch I'm really rich
Niggas on that silly shit
Come to this, inside this business
Killin' shit
Fuck who run a team, I got rank
I be fresh as hell loaded that's that rank
I say baby round around, round around
Shawty let me hear you say my name
Ay bitch I'm rich, plus I'm super lit
Now she wanna make me all her man
That's a draco with the cooling kit
I'm gone stop these niggas playing games, huh
Brydell Cocky
I'm just here before tiktok
Shadow
What’s up
Dorien
Hy
Lai Astro
Hey dude
BVO_kid14
I watched the vid u posted it funny😂😂 go pay ur Netflix☺
LifeOfMal
Fr bruh
Thick Bagina
This song and Toxic Punk are streaming constantly for me. It's the experimental vibe that I love. He's trying different things and just doing him. I appreciate it 🐍💚🐐
Young City Bandit
This aint a new sound lol
DuHMonke
no cap
Mayling Graves
Free young boy free