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.
All I Need
Youngboy Never Broke Again Lyrics
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Take care of my family, all I ever wanted
Stack up my money, all I ever wanted
I don't fit in with these niggas, I won't change for nothing
Fuck up a pack, I know about it
Shootout with that strap, I can tell you 'bout it
Run up a check and I get around it
On that adding up that money and I'm steady countin'
I go by 3Three, I'm the sickest OG doin' something
Run the crazy sack, shit that's all I wanted
Never leave my brother, shit we stand for something
Got to get this money, keep that on a hundred
Niggas is your niggas 'til they turn to bitches
Watching in disguise, they just want the riches
We gotta stand for something even in our city
YB finally made it, he finna touch a ticket
Gang gang gang shit, that's all we know
All we want is money man, fuck these hoes
Running up that sack, shit that's how that goes
Li'l nigga you can go, you better play your role
Fuck the industry, won't let 'em take me under
Take care of my family, all I ever wanted
Stack up my money, all I ever wanted
I don't fit in with these niggas, I won't change for nothing
Fuck up a pack, I know about it
Shootout with that strap, I can tell you 'bout it
Run up a check and I get around it
On that adding up that money and I'm steady countin'
I be reppin' Baton Rouge and the forty figure
I been in the streets ever since that I was little
Ever since that I was young I wanted to be that nigga
I watched my daddy beat my mama, I couldn't even help
But you know I had to grow up shit, and now I'm older
Nigga better not play like that, I put that on Dave, I'ma fold him
Jumped off the porch, I got in beef for gun I was totin'
Ain't had nobody for to save me, my own I could hold it
Nigga think he gon' bring me, boy I doubt it
I'ma up get to shootin', ain't no hoe inside me
Everything that I say, yeah I'm sure about it
Nigga diss, I won't speak, I'ma see about it
Running, ducking from bullets, I know about it
Niggas rapping 'bout shit and ain't riding 'bout it
We up in the streets, we ain't hiding 'bout it
Yeah we up in the streets, we ain't hiding 'bout it
Fuck the industry, won't let 'em take me under
Take care of my family, all I ever wanted
Stack up my money, all I ever wanted
I don't fit in with these niggas, I won't change for nothing
Fuck up a pack, I know about it
Shoot out with that strap, I can tell you 'bout it
Run up a check and I get around it
On that adding up that money and I'm steady countin'
The lyrics to YoungBoy Never Broke Again's song All I Need reflect the rapper's desire to prioritize his family and financial stability over the music industry's expectations. He emphasizes his independence and authenticity, refusing to change for anyone or compromise his values. YoungBoy exhibits a streetwise mentality, sharing experiences of gunfights, drug dealing, and gang affiliation. He praises the importance of loyalty and staying true to oneself, warning against those who only seek personal gain.
The first verse showcases YoungBoy's defiance towards the music industry and commitment to his family. He prioritizes his financial stability, emphasizing his desire to accumulate wealth. He also asserts his independence from any external influence, highlighting his unwillingness to conform to the expectations of his peers. The second verse further elaborates on his street background and the obstacles he faced in his upbringing, including witnessing domestic violence. YoungBoy reveals his toughness and readiness to defend himself and his reputation, warning any potential threats against him. The chorus repeats the important message of self-reliance and pursuing what matters most.
Overall, YoungBoy's lyrics reflect his no-nonsense attitude and street-smart mentality, while also expressing his desire for financial stability and authentic self-expression.
Line by Line Meaning
Fuck the industry, won't let 'em take me under
I'm not going to let the industry control my music and my success.
Take care of my family, all I ever wanted
My family is my top priority and all I've ever wanted is to provide for them.
Stack up my money, all I ever wanted
Money is important to me and I want to accumulate wealth and financial stability.
I don't fit in with these niggas, I won't change for nothing
I don't feel like I fit in with others in the music industry and I'm not willing to change who I am to conform.
Fuck up a pack, I know about it
I know how to successfully sell drugs and make a profit.
Shootout with that strap, I can tell you 'bout it
I've been in a gunfight before and I can describe it in detail.
Run up a check and I get around it
I know how to make money and I'm resourceful in finding ways to do it.
On that adding up that money and I'm steady countin'
I'm constantly focused on making money and tracking my finances.
I go by 3Three, I'm the sickest OG doin' something
I'm a skilled rapper and a respected OG in my community.
Run the crazy sack, shit that's all I wanted
I've always wanted to make a lot of money and be successful in the music industry.
Never leave my brother, shit we stand for something
I'm loyal to my brother and we both believe in something important.
Got to get this money, keep that on a hundred
Making money is a top priority and I'm always honest about it.
Niggas is your niggas 'til they turn to bitches
People you think are your friends can turn against you when they become jealous or disloyal.
Watching in disguise, they just want the riches
People may pretend to be your friend but really just want to use you for your money and success.
We gotta stand for something even in our city
It's important to have values and principles, even in our own community.
YB finally made it, he finna touch a ticket
I've achieved success in music and I'm about to make a lot of money.
Gang gang gang shit, that's all we know
My crew and I are loyal to each other and we only know how to be part of a gang mentality.
All we want is money man, fuck these hoes
We're focused on making money and don't care about chasing women.
Running up that sack, shit that's how that goes
We're hustling hard to make as much money as possible.
Li'l nigga you can go, you better play your role
You need to stay in your lane and not cause problems if you want to succeed.
I be reppin' Baton Rouge and the forty figure
I'm proud of where I come from and I represent my city and community.
I been in the streets ever since that I was little
I've grown up in a rough environment and have experience with street life.
Ever since that I was young I wanted to be that nigga
I've always wanted to achieve success and make a name for myself.
I watched my daddy beat my mama, I couldn't even help
I've witnessed domestic violence and have lived in a difficult home environment.
But you know I had to grow up shit, and now I'm older
I've had to mature quickly and now that I'm an adult, I'm responsible for my own life.
Jumped off the porch, I got in beef for gun I was totin'
I got involved in street life at a young age and have had conflicts over weapon possession.
Ain't had nobody for to save me, my own I could hold it
I've had to rely on myself and my own strength to overcome my struggles and obstacles.
Nigga think he gon' bring me, boy I doubt it
I'm not afraid of anyone trying to harm me, and doubt their ability to do so.
I'ma up get to shootin', ain't no hoe inside me
I will defend myself with force if necessary and I don't back down easily.
Everything that I say, yeah I'm sure about it
I'm confident in what I say and don't hesitate to speak my mind.
Nigga diss, I won't speak, I'ma see about it
If someone disrespects me, I won't engage in words, I'll take action.
Running, ducking from bullets, I know about it
I've been in dangerous situations where I had to run and dodge bullets.
Niggas rapping 'bout shit and ain't riding 'bout it
Some rappers are talking about dangerous lifestyles they don't actually live.
We up in the streets, we ain't hiding 'bout it
My crew and I are actively involved in the street life and don't try to hide it.
Yeah we up in the streets, we ain't hiding 'bout it
Repeated line for emphasis.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Kentrell Deshawn Gaulden, Quorey Speights
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Kerion x
ima come back when everybody notice this the most underrated song 😭
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Fr this is hard asf
Dani babzzzzz
Yesss
Jayleen Mack
Hell naw we here now tapping in from detroit Michigan i just woke up im running outside to my 15s in my car as we speak 🤣🤣🤣🤣 club rocking off this block jumping
JAY B CASH
YoungBoy doesn't just rap about riches, he raps for those in need. Respect
ErnestoFrmMadTown
HOT MUSIC 2 shii ass
Purkz
@ErnestoFrmMadTown hn
Ypcmxni
He never disappoints when he drops
swear they need to free that man
Team Frontier
Best song
Kyy Precious
Before I listened to this I was very sick and felt like I was about to die, after I listen to this it felt like I entered heaven. This just blessed my ears, thank you youngboy. #FreeTop 💚