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.
Red Eye
YoungBoy Never Broke Again Lyrics
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I'm a real, I'm a real
I'm a real good slime
I'ma ride that red eye (red eye) like a demon
Stack that money 'til I can't no more (no more)
We be robbin' and schemin' (on God), oh Lord
How long would it be until this pain gon' go?
Just for his head, a hundred thousand, say less, I pay that
Got plenty money, but I had to jump up out my bag
I stayed down lately, shawty, I'd die for you
Fuck that shit that he be talkin', did he ride for you?
I jeopardize and send my brothers 'fore to slide for you
And every nigga 'round me willing 'fore to die for you
Who you judgin'? I come up straight from the gutter
We done struggled, me and my brothers had no one but each other
I can buy a hatchback, but can't buy my family back, my life nothin'
I want my Ni back, but I'm caught up with these hoes and I'm thuggin'
I'ma ride that red eye (red eye) like a demon
Stack that money 'til I can't no more (no more)
We be robbin' and schemin' (on God), oh Lord
How long would it be until this pain gon' go?
Straight from bottom, blow a bag on my bros, oh, yeah, yeah
Just for his head, a hundred thousand, say less, I pay that
Got plenty money, but I had to jump up out my bag
Ride foreign ride, got plenty money, but that north where I reside at
But I'd fly miles 'cross this town to see you smile
She be fans of other niggas, like this bitch wan' be a hype man
But the minute I wan' be alone, she don't like that
I took heed into your letters, I was locked up with no celly
I ain't wanna be no rival with you
From the bottom all the way back to my section
Everyday, yeah, we be steppin'
Fuck chasin', I will not be through
I'm all caught up with money, like, "Fuck this dream, it ain't nothin'"
And fuck these hoes that don't love me, niggas don't like how I be stuntin'
I miss Big Dump like my granny, we still at war 'bout my cousin
Diggin' 'but I ain't searchin' for gold, I know I'm lookin' for somethin'
I'ma ride that red eye (red eye) like a demon
Stack that money 'til I can't no more (no more)
We be robbin' and schemin' (on God), oh Lord
How long would it be until this pain gon' go?
Straight from bottom, blow a bag on my bros, oh, yeah, yeah
Just for his head, a hundred thousand, say less, I pay that
Got plenty money, but I had to jump up out my bag (yeah)
Slime
The song "Red Eye" by YoungBoy Never Broke Again is a passionate documentation of the rapper's street hustle, struggles, and prides. Throughout the song, he raps about his readiness to do whatever it takes to secure wealth for himself and his loved ones. YoungBoy is a real "slime," and he's not afraid to be himself. He takes pride in his struggles and will ride that "red eye," a dangerous move that implies a willingness to sacrifice his life for financial gain. The lyrics also suggest that YoungBoy has significant money problems and that he's using his street hustle to make ends meet. He understands that his life is worth nothing without his family and friends, and he's willing to pay whatever it takes to ensure their safety and happiness.
In the second verse, the rapper speaks about his loyalty to his shawty and how he's willing to go to war for her. He reminds her that he's always been down for her, and he's ready to jeopardize himself for her safety. He also speaks about his struggles with money and how he's caught up in the trap of chasing it. He misses his loved ones, including Big Dump and his granny, indicating that he's not only hustling for himself but for them as well. The chorus reiterates his willingness to sacrifice and continue grinding until the pain and struggles ease.
Overall, "Red Eye" is a rap anthem about the street life, hustle, and pressures of YoungBoy Never Broke Again's existence. The song's meaning extends beyond the lyrics themselves to encompass the rapper's journey as an artist and person.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah, yeah, yeah (oh, ohh)
Expressing excitement and enthusiasm.
I'm a real, I'm a real
I'm a real good slime
Emphasizing his loyalty and authenticity as a member of his group.
I'm a ride that red eye (red eye) like a demon
He will relentlessly pursue his goals with determination and intensity, like a demon on a red eye flight.
Stack that money 'til I can't no more (no more)
He will keep accumulating wealth tirelessly, until he physically can not anymore.
We be robbin' and schemin' (on God), oh Lord
He and his associates engage in illegal activities to achieve their goals, while recognizing the potential consequences.
How long would it be until this pain gon' go?
Referencing the emotional pain he may have experienced growing up, and questioning when it will go away.
Straight from bottom, blow a bag on my bros, oh, yeah, yeah
He came from a difficult upbringing and will spend large amounts of money to support his friends and family.
Just for his head, a hundred thousand, say less, I pay that
He is willing to spend a large sum of money to eliminate a perceived threat to his group.
Got plenty money, but I had to jump up out my bag
Despite his wealth, he had to escape from a dangerous situation.
I stayed down lately, shawty, I'd die for you
He has remained loyal to his partner and would be willing to die for her.
Fuck that shit that he be talkin', did he ride for you?
He questions the loyalty of others who talk about their loyalty, but do not act upon it.
I jeopardize and send my brothers 'fore to slide for you
He is willing to sacrifice his friends to protect his partner.
And every nigga 'round me willing 'fore to die for you
His friends are also willing to make the ultimate sacrifice to protect his partner.
Who you judgin'? I come up straight from the gutter
He questions those who judge him, as he came from a difficult, impoverished upbringing.
We done struggled, me and my brothers had no one but each other
He and his friends have been through difficult times together, relying only on each other for support.
I can buy a hatchback, but can't buy my family back, my life nothin'
He recognizes that money cannot replace the people he has lost or heal the emotional wounds he may carry.
I want my Ni back, but I'm caught up with these hoes and I'm thuggin'
He misses someone important to him, but is distracted by the lifestyle he leads, including his involvement in criminal activities.
Ride foreign ride, got plenty money, but that north where I reside at
Despite his wealth, he still lives in the same area he grew up in.
But I'd fly miles 'cross this town to see you smile
He would go to great lengths to make his partner happy, even if it means traveling long distances.
She be fans of other niggas, like this bitch wan' be a hype man
He dislikes the fact that his partner shows admiration for other men.
But the minute I wan' be alone, she don't like that
He feels his partner is not supportive of his need for personal space.
I took heed into your letters, I was locked up with no celly
He listened to his partner's advice when he was incarcerated and had no cellmate.
I ain't wanna be no rival with you
He does not want to compete with his partner, but rather work together for their mutual benefit.
From the bottom all the way back to my section
He has come a long way from his difficult upbringing, but still identifies with where he came from.
Everyday, yeah, we be steppin'
He and his friends work hard every day to achieve their goals.
Fuck chasin', I will not be through
He will never stop pursuing his goals, no matter what obstacles come his way.
I'm all caught up with money, like, "Fuck this dream, it ain't nothin'"
He has so much money that he questions the value of his previous dreams and aspirations.
And fuck these hoes that don't love me, niggas don't like how I be stuntin'
He is frustrated with people who only like him for his money and the lifestyle he leads.
I miss Big Dump like my granny, we still at war 'bout my cousin
He misses someone important to him, while also dealing with ongoing conflict within his family.
Diggin' 'but I ain't searchin' for gold, I know I'm lookin' for somethin'
He is searching for something meaningful in his life, beyond just financial success.
Slime
A term of endearment between members of his group.
Lyrics © Ultra Tunes, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Kendrell Mattox, Kentrell Gaulden
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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searching but I ain't digging for gold but ik im lookin for sum :(
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literally outta no where