Kentrell DeSean Gaulden (born October 20, 1999), better known by his stage … Read Full Bio ↴Kentrell DeSean Gaulden (born October 20, 1999), better known by his stage name YoungBoy Never Broke Again (aka NBA YoungBoy), is a Baton Rouge, LA rapper.

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.

N.B.A.
YoungBoy Never Broke Again Lyrics

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You know what the fuck it is, nigga
You know, life before fame, you know
Youngboy, you know, we winnin', yeah
NBA Beanie signing in nigga
You already know what the fuck it is nigga
Yeah, NBA the navy seals
You already know from the South of Chippewa
You know what the fuck it is

Yeah you know shoutout to my gang
What up Connor? What up Kyle?
What up NBA Ben? You already know

In my hood used to want to be Nino
Put my headphones in, bumping Ochocinco
I won't die, this shit gon' end
Will I see tomorrow?
Pull on side me like I'm Biggie
Send 'em through the car door
Looked up to French Montana
Cause I wanted dope
Turned a gram into a ball, I got on my toes
Listen to Scooter cause I keep
Them shooters where I go
Monique say believe yourself
You gotta have some hope
Big city, a way of thinking
Bitch my life a movie know I'ma be the man
I'ma have these hoes choosin'
I want 50 grand in my pants, like I'm Boosie
And get back to the hood
Like I'm Frank Lucas
Jesus piece around my neck
I'm strapped up with that Tec
Think you finna disrespect me? All
I did for my respect
Please don't get up outta line
I'm coming at yo neck straight headshots
It don't make sense to wear a vest
I ain't cut no corners wit' chu
Tell you like it is
Be around trained shooters
NBA the navy seals
We'll write you to this shit
I wish he had a deal
And I ain't never had shit
Just wanna touch a mil
No music, no hook, nah
Mind of a Menace had the whole world shook
Nigga run up on me, stuntin'
Fuck around & get took
Pap, ready? And Connor comin' right
Behind him with the Mac-11 youngBoy

Bitch, it's lit, NBA Connor signing in nigga
Nigga, we ain't dream chasers, nigga
We make dreams nigga
You know what the fuck it is, nigga
Bow, Youngboy eat em up

Nowadays everybody want fame
These niggas don't know me
Speak death on my name
The police, they want me because of my gang
These bitches be fake and these niggas
They lame
Do a hundred years & I still won't change
I don't know that nigga
Tell 'em stay in his lane
Pistol to his face if he say my name, my name
(Youngboy)
Told Pap go in and come outta there
(Hit 'em up and come out)
Police ridin', tryna see where we posted at
(Tell 'em I said fuck 'em)
Pull up on they block
Shots fired where they posted at
(Bow, bow, bow, bow, bow)
Connor say fuck em, I catch em, go huntin'
They dissin' my city
I bet you won't come in here
Tell him hop out, I'm shootin' out the window
Dreamin' to the ceiling
I ain't worried about a nigga
Let him run up on me & I bet he get his issue
Pap strapped up, guarantee that he flip 'em
Brrr, bow, bitch
I came straight from the gutter
Hit a lot of licks, just me and my brother
Got into some beef with them niggas
They ain't touch us float around
Found out where them niggas hustle
Hop out wit' somethin'
When I shoot that bitch stutter
Steady going jail, bitch, stay outta trouble
Feelin' like fuck 'em, added
Time to my sentence
You a dirty motherfucker
They say they fuck with me and
Then they changed on me
NBA my gang, homie, what I claim homie, yeah

All fam, no fame (Squad) nBA my gang nigga
You know what the fuck it is mane
Life Before Fame

I told them I was coming home
It's the motherfucking takeoff let's get it

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to YoungBoy Never Broke Again's song "N.B.A." reflect the artist's journey and experiences before achieving fame. He starts by asserting his identity and affiliation with the NBA (Never Broke Again) and acknowledges his humble beginnings. He mentions his aspirations to be like Nino, a reference to the character Nino Brown in the movie "New Jack City," showcasing his ambition and desire for success. YoungBoy highlights the influence of music on his life, indicating that listening to artists like Ochocinco, Scooter, and French Montana has shaped his mindset and provided inspiration.

He further expresses his determination to overcome the challenges he faces, referencing his past struggles and aspirations for a better future. YoungBoy declares his intentions to become successful, accumulate wealth, and return to his neighborhood to help his community. He addresses his detractors, warning them not to underestimate him and alluding to his readiness to defend himself. The lyrics also allude to his experiences with violence and encounters with law enforcement, highlighting the adversities he has faced on his journey.

The song reflects YoungBoy's confidence and resilience, emphasizing his commitment to his music and his dedication to his gang, NBA (Never Broke Again). Overall, the lyrics paint a picture of a young artist who has overcome obstacles, gained perspective, and is focused on achieving his dreams while staying true to his roots.

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