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 โ38 Baby.โ
Shortly after the success of โ38 Babyโ 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 โUntouchableโ which is one of his biggest hits to date. Following the release of โUntouchable,โ YoungBoy released AI YoungBoy on August 4, 2017.
Later on, in 2017 YoungBoy ended the year by dropping Ainโt 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 โDrawing Symbols,โ โLil Top,โ โHouse Arrest Tingzโ and โAroundโ. 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, YoungBoyโs team released the rapperโs 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 โBring The Hook,โ and โFish Scale.โ These songs would soon appear on YoungBoyโs 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 Durkโs โAHHH HA,โ to YoungBoyโs โI Hate YoungBoyโ โ both regarding the death of King Von.
Following his hastily start to 2022, YoungBoy would partner up with DaBaby to present the duoโs joint mixtape, BETTER THAN YOU in March. The mixtape would later peak at #10 on the Billboard 200, this would mark YoungBoyโs 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 YoungBoyโs 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 Maโ I Got A Family.
Through Billboard, on October 24, 2022, it was announced that following YoungBoyโs departure from Atlantic Records, beginning 2023, he would release music under a joint venture deal between his own Never Broke Again and Motown Records.
Dark into Light
YoungBoy Never Broke Again Lyrics
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Young nigga turned the dark into light
Through the city we be smashin' through the lights
Gettin' money all praise to most high
Use to wear the same thing now I'm fly
They wanna kill me but I'm out in the night
Keep a glizzy when I'm out in the night
Confrontation when we see 'em on sight
Young nigga turned the dark into light
Through the city we be smashin' through the lights
Gettin' money all praise to most high
Use to wear the same thing now I'm fly
Fuck them niggas, yeah we use to roll tight
They wanna kill me but I'm out in the night
Keep a glizzy when I'm out in the night
Confrontation when we see 'em on sight
Catch a nigga out of bounds then he dead
Where I'm from you can't live if you scared
NBA we the topic of the feds
You get killed if we catch you talkin' out your head
From the Parrish Catahoula then to Riverbend
Name a nigga played with me stood on all 10
In that cell realized I ain't got no friends
Laid down and now I'm up bitch I'm goin' in
Made a tre' broad day soon as it hit ten
19 for the bricks if you order 10
These niggas rappin' bout some shit that they don't live
He actin' like he bout it that ain't really who he is
38 baby, been robbin' shit since I was lil
These niggas tryna sell they soul just to get a deal
I can see it in your eyes boy you ain't really real
Born in 99' show 'em how to touch a mill
Young nigga turned the dark into light
Through the city we be smashin' through the lights
Gettin' money all praise to most high
Use to wear the same thing now I'm fly
Fuck them niggas, yeah we use to roll tight
They wanna kill me but I'm out in the night
Keep a glizzy when I'm out in the night
Confrontation when we see 'em on sight
Young nigga turned the dark into light
Through the city we be smashin' through the lights
Gettin' money all praise to most high
Use to wear the same thing now I'm fly
Fuck them niggas, yeah we use to roll tight
They wanna kill me but I'm out in the night
Keep a glizzy when I'm out in the night
Confrontation when we see 'em on sight
Keep a 30 on me Curry (Steph)
In your hood I ain't worried
Niggas know I'm with the shits
Plug never wanted to serve me
I'm a threat to the record labels 'cause I give the young niggas game
Every young nigga on my team
Got way more money than the fame
Twitter beefin' then you lame
We don't play the police games
We don't do the back and forth
We just pull up, make it rain
Young nigga from the Northside
Now I'm sittin' court side yeah I got the Loub's on the wood
Had to pay a lot of dues for this lifestyle
Fuck rap I was makin' moves in the hood
Young nigga turned the dark into light
Through the city we be smashin' through the lights
Gettin' money all praise to most high
Use to wear the same thing now I'm fly
Fuck them niggas, yeah we use to roll tight
They wanna kill me but I'm out in the night
Keep a glizzy when I'm out in the night
Confrontation when we see 'em on sight
Young nigga turned the dark into light
Through the city we be smashin' through the lights
Gettin' money all praise to most high
Use to wear the same thing now I'm fly
Fuck them niggas, yeah we use to roll tight
They wanna kill me but I'm out in the night
Keep a glizzy when I'm out in the night
Confrontation when we see 'em on sight
In "Dark into Light," YoungBoy Never Broke Again reflects on his life's journey and the obstacles he has faced. He starts by acknowledging his transformation from a "young nigga" in the dark to someone who has found their way into the light. Despite the challenges he has faced, he finds solace in his newfound success and "gettin' money" while praising the "most high." He also touches on his past relationships with others, noting that some of those who used to be close to him have become his enemies.
Throughout the song, YoungBoy emphasizes how far he has come by comparing his past and present lifestyle. He mentions how he used to wear the same thing and used to roll tight with his old crew. Now, he is flying high and keeping a gun on him when he goes out at night. YoungBoy's verses are dominated by his confidence, both in his ability to make money and his willingness to confront those who stand in his way.
In conclusion, "Dark into Light" showcases YoungBoy Never Broke Again's artistry and thoughtful approach to his music. He uses it to reflect on his past and present while remaining unapologetic about his resilience and success.
Line by Line Meaning
Young nigga turned the dark into light
The artist has made a significant transformation in his life, turning from darkness to light and leaving his past behind him.
Through the city we be smashin' through the lights
The artist and his crew are making a name for themselves in the city, tearing up the town and showing everyone what they're capable of.
Gettin' money all praise to most high
The artist is keeping his faith in the forefront of his life and recognizing that his success is due to a higher power.
Use to wear the same thing now I'm fly
The artist has gone from poverty to wealth, and now enjoys a more luxurious lifestyle as a result of his success.
Fuck them niggas, yeah we use to roll tight
The artist has no time or respect for former acquaintances who didn't stick with him through thick and thin.
They wanna kill me but I'm out in the night
The artist is aware that there are people who wish to do him harm but chooses not to cower in the face of danger.
Keep a glizzy when I'm out in the night
The artist carries a firearm for protection in dangerous situations.
Confrontation when we see 'em on sight
The artist is not afraid to confront those who seek to do him harm and will face his enemies head-on.
Catch a nigga out of bounds then he dead
The artist and his crew are part of a dangerous lifestyle where violence can quickly lead to death, and those who cross them will pay the price.
Where I'm from you can't live if you scared
The artist's upbringing has taught him that fear is a liability and can lead to serious consequences in his community.
NBA we the topic of the feds
The artist and his crew are well-known by law enforcement officials and are often the targets of surveillance and investigations.
You get killed if we catch you talkin' out your head
The artist and his crew take disrespect seriously and will respond with violence if someone talks about them behind their backs.
From the Parrish Catahoula then to Riverbend
The artist is proud of his hometown and references different neighborhoods in the area where he grew up.
Name a nigga played with me stood on all 10
The artist values loyalty and only associates with people who have proven themselves to be trustworthy and reliable.
In that cell realized I ain't got no friends
The artist had a moment of realization while in jail that showed him who his real friends were and who he could truly count on.
Laid down and now I'm up bitch I'm goin' in
The artist has hit rock bottom but has come back stronger and is now working hard to achieve his goals.
Made a tre' broad day soon as it hit ten
The artist is involved in drug trade and is willing to risk his freedom to make money by selling drugs.
19 for the bricks if you order 10
The artist understands the economics of the drug trade and prices his products accordingly to maximize profit.
These niggas rappin' bout some shit that they don't live
The artist has little respect for other rappers who rap about a lifestyle they don't actually live and aren't truly familiar with.
He actin' like he bout it that ain't really who he is
The artist can tell when someone is trying to act tough or act like they're involved in a lifestyle they aren't truly familiar with.
38 baby, been robbin' shit since I was lil
The artist has been involved in criminal activity since he was young and has a long history of robbery and other crimes.
These niggas tryna sell they soul just to get a deal
The artist sees other rappers who are willing to compromise their values and beliefs in order to gain success and doesn't respect them for it.
I can see it in your eyes boy you ain't really real
The artist has a way of seeing through people and understands when someone is pretending to be something they're not.
Born in 99' show 'em how to touch a mill
The artist is proud of his generation and wants to show them how to achieve wealth and success despite the struggles they face.
Keep a 30 on me Curry (Steph)
The artist carries a .30 caliber firearm for protection and references famous NBA player Steph Curry in doing so.
In your hood I ain't worried
The artist is unafraid to venture into dangerous neighborhoods and isn't worried about the possibility of violence.
Niggas know I'm with the shits
The artist is known for being involved in criminal activity and isn't afraid to get his hands dirty when necessary.
Plug never wanted to serve me
The artist is involved in drug trade and is well-connected, but even he has faced rejection from some drug suppliers.
I'm a threat to the record labels 'cause I give the young niggas game
The artist has a message to share with the youth and is seen as a threat to the mainstream music industry who often prioritizes profit over meaningful content.
Every young nigga on my team
The artist runs a group of young, like-minded individuals who share his values and goals for success.
Got way more money than the fame
The artist values money over fame and success and understands the importance of financial stability in his life.
Twitter beefin' then you lame
The artist sees social media conflict as meaningless and unproductive.
We don't play the police games
The artist and his crew have a contentious relationship with law enforcement officials and choose not to comply with their tactics.
We don't do the back and forth
The artist and his crew don't waste time arguing or negotiating with their enemies and will take swift action when necessary.
We just pull up, make it rain
The artist and his crew are quick to respond to conflict with violence, often using firearms to make their point.
Young nigga from the Northside
The artist comes from a specific neighborhood in his city and represents that area in his music.
Now I'm sittin' court side yeah I got the Loub's on the wood
The artist has achieved a high level of success and wealth, and can now afford to sit court side at basketball games wearing designer clothing.
Had to pay a lot of dues for this lifestyle
The artist has made sacrifices and endured hardship in order to achieve his current lifestyle and success.
Fuck rap I was makin' moves in the hood
The artist doesn't see his music career as the only source of his success, and has also been involved in criminal activity to make money and achieve his goals.
Lyrics ยฉ Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Brandon Rackley, James Bernard Rosser, Kentrell Gaulden, Mario Mims, Trevon Justin Campbell
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@RGC07
underrated song of the tape๐ฏ๐ฅ๐ฅ
@princessofpain7354
Soto920 !!!!!!!!!
@ELLOSEE
Soto920 Shidd I done listen to bout 8 or 9 and this my favorite so far
@Lilcrazy99
On me ๐ช๐ฝ
@bigshaechavis1269
Happy Thanksgiving young boy young boy
@shontayarnold6726
Soto920 yea
@noahtheforkster9074
Please stop sleeping on this song it's the best one yet
@autumnlee5055
That's was up
@tttaylor6236
OffThaRadarr lowkey I respect that ๐
@TheDivineObserver
He killed that song