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.
Can't Be Saved
Youngboy Never Broke Again Lyrics
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Go, now I can't be saved
No matter what I do, they say that I'm wrong
Everybody postin' shit that could put me in a cage
That shit so hurtful they gon' drag me 'til they see me go
When they bring up my name they gon' speak on my problems
How the fuck you gon' say I'm beatin' on somebody?
'Fore I turned to that shit I'd step on somebody
I got money to make, I just gotta deposit
I'ma hop on a beat like a vet, I'ma ride it
Everything that you say it you know that I got it
I come from the streets, I'm not worried 'bout nobody
It's enough that I'm here by myself and you know how to touch me
Trust gone, thought you loved me
You postin' that shit so you really sayin' fuck me
Keep tellin' me shit like they tryna corrupt me
I ain't do not a thing, that's a regular problem
Everyday gettin' cussed out by my mama
Herpes in my blood and that shit got me cryin'
I really got feelings, you see without science
Somebody ain't real, I'ma cut my alliance
I been through this shit now they tryna rewind it
I bury my dirt now they tryna go find it
Confirm everything, they'll never confide it
While they focus on this and children out hear dyin'
But they say I promote it, they say I slang iron
They done said plenty shit, that was time after time
But I know what I know, motherfuck all the lies
I see I cannot change my time, what's left?
And I know they do not care, they gon' ride the wave (oh yeah)
And you see I do not care, gave her everything
Fuck everybody changed and fuck all these niggas ain't true to the game
Motherfuck what they on, shoot 'em all in their body
I'm only 18 and they talk like I'm 80
Never knew it'd be this, startin' to hate that I made it
I don't fuck with that hoe, I don't care 'bout that baby
If you cheated you cheated, go fuck him again
On my soul if I could I'd kill him again
Nigga do what you want 'cause you never could win
All this money in my arm and I focused on friends
And they not a friend, if they let you do that and embarrass yourself
I won't say that I did it and perish myself
If I go back to jail, that's ten on my belt
You can't say that I don't 'cause you how that I felt
When it come down to you, I don't care 'bout myself
When you given attention, you're killin' yourself
Stop respondin', play the hand that you're dealt
'Cause you know I feel like fuck 'em and I'm thuggin' for real
'Cause I know, if I fuck up my judge gon' touch me for real
So after tonight I ain't postin' nothin' else
Cherish my life with a plaque on the shelf
The love that I got, I'ma wait 'til it melt
Rather knock someone down before they'd help, bitch
Man fuck the media, how the fuck y'all keep slanderin' my name, I'm 18
Bitch I don't think I did nothin' that wrong
And shit if I did whoever ain't feelin' this shit, what it is nigga, what you want?
Bitch you know what I'm on nigga, pussy ass boy
Bitch you better go get some money ya heard me?
'Cause aye, the day shit something ever do happen to me I know what the fuck I did
I don't owe nobody shit, ya hear me?
But I don't understand how y'all could just steady run y'all mouth about one person
No matter how bad I try to do right they gon' blame me anyway
And guess what?
Bitch, y'all can't play me how y'all played him, 'cause guess what?
For one you ain't gon' make me stress, for one, bitch, I'ma forever get shit off my chest
I ain't worried but nothin', that shit don't hurt me, ya heard me?
Bitch, I got my own problems and I'm happy with who I am
I wouldn't have said what I said if I wasn't happy with who I am
Ya heard me? I accept myself before anybody do
Nigga fuck you, I don't know you anyway, you ain't grow up with me, bitch
I ain't perfect, you ain't perfect
Bitch, I'm acceptable to myself tho'
Ya hear me? And I know somebody'll love me before your dog ass do, yeah
Fuck the media and fuck the shaderoom too, bitch, broke ass muthafucka, hoe
In "Can't Be Saved," YoungBoy Never Broke Again reflects on his troubles with fame and the constant scrutiny he faces from the media and his detractors. The lyrics are a mixture of defiance, vulnerability, and frustration as he tries to navigate his way through the negativity surrounding him. He starts by acknowledging the fact that he's not playing around, despite being called a "playboy." Then he talks about how he feels trapped and cannot be saved, no matter what he does. He knows that people are posting things about him that can land him in trouble, and he feels hurt by their actions. He also reveals his struggles with relationships, his mother, and contracting herpes, showing his human side. He then takes aim at his haters, the media, and everyone who has ever betrayed him, telling them off in no uncertain terms. He ends with a note of defiance, saying he doesn't care about anyone else's opinion and that he accepts himself for who he is.
The lyrics to "Can't Be Saved" showcase YoungBoy Never Broke Again's complex emotions and how fame has affected him. He feels like he's constantly under attack, and he's unable to shake off the negative perception that people have of him. The song is a reflection of how he copes with these issues and his mindset towards them.
Line by Line Meaning
Playboy on this bitch but he ain't playin' tho
I may have a flashy image, but I'm not messing around.
Go, now I can't be saved
I'm beyond redemption now.
No matter what I do, they say that I'm wrong
Regardless of my actions, they always criticize me.
Everybody postin' shit that could put me in a cage
Everyone shares information that could get me in trouble with the law.
That shit so hurtful they gon' drag me 'til they see me go
The hurtful things they say will continue until my downfall.
When they bring up my name they gon' speak on my problems
Whenever my name is mentioned, they focus on my issues.
How the fuck I'm gon' know that she lovin' somebody?
How am I supposed to know if she's involved with someone else?
How the fuck you gon' say I'm beatin' on somebody?
Why would you accuse me of physically harming someone?
'Fore I turned to that shit I'd step on somebody
I would rather resort to violence before engaging in certain behaviors.
I got money to make, I just gotta deposit
I have financial obligations and need to secure my funds.
I'ma hop on a beat like a vet, I'ma ride it
I'll confidently showcase my skills on a track and excel.
Everything that you say it you know that I got it
I possess everything that you claim I don't have.
I come from the streets, I'm not worried 'bout nobody
Having grown up in tough circumstances, I don't fear anyone.
It's enough that I'm here by myself and you know how to touch me
Being alone is already challenging, and you know how to emotionally hurt me.
Trust gone, thought you loved me
The trust I had in you is gone, as I thought you cared for me.
You postin' that shit so you really sayin' fuck me
By sharing those posts, you're essentially expressing your disdain towards me.
Keep tellin' me shit like they tryna corrupt me
They continue to feed me negative information as if trying to turn me corrupt.
I ain't do not a thing, that's a regular problem
I haven't done anything wrong; it's just a common issue I face.
Everyday gettin' cussed out by my mama
Every day, my mother insults and scolds me.
Herpes in my blood and that shit got me cryin'
Having herpes in my bloodline emotionally affects me, causing tears.
I really got feelings, you see without science
I experience genuine emotions that are evident even without scientific analysis.
Somebody ain't real, I'ma cut my alliance
If someone is fake, I won't hesitate to sever our connection.
I been through this shit now they tryna rewind it
I've already endured these struggles, yet they try to bring them back up.
I bury my dirt now they tryna go find it
I've hidden my past mistakes, but now they're attempting to uncover them.
Confirm everything, they'll never confide it
They'll validate any negative information and never keep it secret.
While they focus on this and children out hear dyin'
Instead of paying attention to real issues like children dying, they choose to focus on me.
But they say I promote it, they say I slang iron
They accuse me of promoting violence and being involved in illegal activities.
They done said plenty shit, that was time after time
They have repeatedly made false accusations against me.
But I know what I know, motherfuck all the lies
Despite their lies, I remain steadfast in my own truths.
I see I cannot change my time, what's left?
I realize that I can't alter my past; what remains for me?
And I know they do not care, they gon' ride the wave (oh yeah)
I'm aware that they don't care about me; they're just following the trends.
And you see I do not care, gave her everything
I've reached a point where I no longer care, even though I once gave my all to someone.
Fuck everybody changed and fuck all these niggas ain't true to the game
I'm fed up with everyone who has changed and those who aren't loyal to the rap scene.
Motherfuck what they on, shoot 'em all in their body
I disregard their opinions and figuratively aim to harm them physically.
I'm only 18 and they talk like I'm 80
Despite being young, they talk about me as if I'm much older.
Never knew it'd be this, startin' to hate that I made it
I never anticipated this level of fame; I'm starting to dislike the consequences of achieving it.
I don't fuck with that hoe, I don't care 'bout that baby
I have no interest in that woman, nor do I care about the child she may have.
If you cheated you cheated, go fuck him again
If you've been unfaithful, go ahead and engage in further acts of infidelity.
On my soul if I could I'd kill him again
I strongly despise him, to the extent that I wish I could harm him once more.
Nigga do what you want 'cause you never could win
You can do as you please because you'll never succeed.
All this money in my arm and I focused on friends
Despite my wealth, my utmost priority is my friendships.
And they not a friend, if they let you do that and embarrass yourself
Someone who doesn't stop you from making foolish choices and embarrassing yourself isn't truly a friend.
I won't say that I did it and perish myself
I won't falsely take blame and ruin my own reputation.
If I go back to jail, that's ten on my belt
If I return to prison, it will add another conviction to my record.
You can't say that I don't 'cause you how that I felt
You can't deny my emotions because you witnessed how I truly felt.
When it come down to you, I don't care 'bout myself
When it concerns your well-being, I prioritize it over my own.
When you given attention, you're killin' yourself
By seeking attention, you're self-destructing.
Stop respondin', play the hand that you're dealt
Don't engage or respond; instead, accept the situation you're in and move forward.
'Cause you know I feel like fuck 'em and I'm thuggin' for real
I genuinely don't care about them and unapologetically embrace my thug lifestyle.
'Cause I know, if I fuck up my judge gon' touch me for real
I'm aware that if I make a mistake, the legal system will severely punish me.
So after tonight I ain't postin' nothin' else
From tonight onwards, I won't share anything online.
Cherish my life with a plaque on the shelf
I'll value my life and commemorate it with a symbolic award.
The love that I got, I'ma wait 'til it melt
I'll hold onto the love I receive until it eventually fades away.
Rather knock someone down before they'd help, bitch
I would rather harm someone than accept their assistance.
Man fuck the media, how the fuck y'all keep slanderin' my name, I'm 18
I strongly dislike the media for continuously tarnishing my reputation, despite me being just 18.
Bitch I don't think I did nothin' that wrong
I genuinely believe I haven't done anything significantly wrong.
And shit if I did whoever ain't feelin' this shit, what it is nigga, what you want?
And if I did, whoever doesn't approve of my actions—what's your problem?
Bitch you know what I'm on nigga, pussy ass boy
You're fully aware of my intentions, you cowardly individual.
Bitch you better go get some money ya heard me?
You should focus on earning some money, understand?
'Cause aye, the day shit something ever do happen to me I know what the fuck I did
If something were to happen to me, I'm well aware of my own actions.
I don't owe nobody shit, ya hear me?
I don't have any obligations towards anyone, do you understand?
But I don't understand how y'all could just steady run y'all mouth about one person
However, I can't comprehend how all of you continuously gossip about a single individual.
No matter how bad I try to do right they gon' blame me anyway
Regardless of my efforts to do the right thing, they will still place blame on me.
And guess what?
And you know what?
Bitch, y'all can't play me how y'all played him, 'cause guess what?
You all won't deceive me in the same way you deceived another person, because guess what?
For one you ain't gon' make me stress, for one, bitch, I'ma forever get shit off my chest
Firstly, you won't make me feel stressed, but most importantly, I will always express my thoughts openly.
I ain't worried but nothin', that shit don't hurt me, ya heard me?
I have no worries, that gossip doesn't affect me, understand?
Bitch, I got my own problems and I'm happy with who I am
I have enough personal issues to deal with, and I'm content with my identity.
I wouldn't have said what I said if I wasn't happy with who I am
I wouldn't have expressed my thoughts if I didn't have confidence in my true self.
Ya heard me? I accept myself before anybody do
Do you understand? I embrace and accept myself before anyone else does.
Nigga fuck you, I don't know you anyway, you ain't grow up with me, bitch
Fuck you, I don't even know you, and you didn't experience the same upbringing as me, you idiot.
I ain't perfect, you ain't perfect
I'm not perfect, and neither are you.
Bitch, I'm acceptable to myself tho'
However, I find myself acceptable the way I am.
Ya hear me? And I know somebody'll love me before your dog ass do, yeah
Do you understand? I'm confident that someone will love me before you, you worthless person.
Fuck the media and fuck the shaderoom too, bitch, broke ass muthafucka, hoe
I despise the media and even the Shaderoom publication, you miserable, broke individual, you worthless person.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Royalty Network, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Kentrell Deshawn Gaulden, THE MOTION, JARRIAN DURRELL THOMPSON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@BlackySpeakz
I really hope YoungBoy finds happiness. It seems like he’s been reflecting on a lot of dark things lately.. He has so much passion & love for this rap shit, I’m praying that everything ends well for him.
@Exaviian
You gone make a vid 👀
@abravo
People always trying to bring him down with fake shit and they can’t see he trynna change and be a better a person
@btdpressure2258
I like how thoughtful he is puting everone that he has lost in his depressing song NBA youngboy is the best.😭😭😭😭😭
@dgpeso4874
Exaviian you know he probably editing now
@humboldtrootz
Ain’t nothin wrong wit NBA he just rappin real real life. That’s why people fux wit em’ cause they relate I know I do. It’s a mean cruel world out there and it don’t give a fuck if you alive or dead.
@malikashuntrea
The fact that he’s open about what’s going on in his life means he cares about his fans and want his TRUE fans to understand and support him. His music still 🔥 regardless
@MistaOMT
This song suck
@malikashuntrea
ice_the kid gaming your life sucks. Don’t come under my comment with the bullshit 🗣 PERIOD
@kristendondada
💯💯