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.
I'm Up
Youngboy Never Broke Again Lyrics
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Plain jane, I feel special
Fuck officials, finish steppin'
I know that's gon' make it better
These niggas just talk like killers
All out war with my hitters
I think somethin', we step on shit
It's all about what I figure
I ain't take nothin' off, 'fore I take somethin' back, I'ma put one in
When that drank came in, my cup turned darker then my lens
Who gon' protect me? I'm the protector of all my friends
How the fuck you with me? You playin' detective, you ain't my twin
I'ma flood you a bag soon as that pack get dropped right in
Wanna take that Bentley back because that GT ain't the same
We miss, gon' double back to make sure bro blow out the brain
I don't want you neither or your friend, y'all don't understand the pain
Of the life of a slime, mind on the grind, I can't waste my time
'Cause now I'm up and they know it
Ain't gotta picture me rollin'
'Cause when they see me, it's on me
It could turn out bad or turn out good
But I'm still thuggin', throwin' up my hood
And whenever that we meet, we gon' slide them
Leave homicide to find them
Still ain't got my mind made up
Mask up before we blind him
Keep actin' like he five and I'm gon' dime him
Ten after ten, must I remind him?
Who gon' supply me? I'm the supplier of all my friends
With you to the end, who gon' have my back when I'm locked in the pen?
He was on that cocky shit, I already had one cocked in
Devil inside my cup, I let that drink become my friend
My cup the devil, brand new bezel
Plain jane, I feel special
Fuck officials, finish steppin'
I know that's gon' make it better
These niggas just talk like killers
All out war with my hitters
I think somethin', we step on shit
It's all about what I figure
We miss, gon' double back to make sure bro blow out the brain
I don't want you neither or your friend, y'all don't understand the pain
Of the life of a slime, mind on the grind, I can't waste my time
'Cause now I'm up and they know it
Ain't gotta picture me rollin'
'Cause when they see me, it's on me
It could turn out bad or turn out good
But I'm still thuggin', throwin' up my hood
And whenever that we meet, we gon' slide them
Mask up before we blind him
The lyrics of "I'm Up" by YoungBoy Never Broke again talk about the rapper's life as a gang member and the constant fear of being under attack, surrounded by people who talk like killers but are not willing to act on their words. The chorus features the line "My cup the devil, brand new bezel/ Plain jane, I feel special" which reflects his affection for luxury items, while at the same time confessing to his addiction to lean or purple drank. He describes how dark his drink gets when mixed with codeine, a narcotic pain reliever that gives him a sense of calm but also fuels his anger and paranoia.
In the first verse, YoungBoy mentions his willingness to take revenge on anyone who crosses him or his crew. He also points out that despite his fame, he still faces danger, and that he is his own protector as well as his friends'. He highlights the fact that he is aware of the risk involved in his lifestyle, but he does not fear it, as he is accustomed to it. The second verse shows his lack of trust toward strangers and his constant vigilance in situations where he is at risk. Indeed, paranoia is a constant threat in his life as he could be betrayed by anyone.
Overall, the song is about YoungBoy's life as a gang member and the constant threat of violence that exists within that lifestyle. It shows the struggle to trust others and the isolation and fear such a life can bring.
Line by Line Meaning
My cup the devil, brand new bezel (Wheezy outta here)
I have a dangerous drink in my cup and a new expensive watch. (Producer credit: Wheezy)
Plain jane, I feel special
Despite having basic things, I still feel important.
Fuck officials, finish steppin'
I have no respect for authority and will not hesitate to step on anyone who gets in my way.
I know that's gon' make it better
I believe that my defiance will ultimately bring me success.
These niggas just talk like killers
Many people claim to be violent criminals but have never actually committed any serious crimes.
All out war with my hitters
I am at war with my crew of violent comrades.
I think somethin', we step on shit
Whenever I have an idea, my crew and I take action immediately.
It's all about what I figure
I believe that my own decisions and ideas are the most important.
I ain't take nothin' off, 'fore I take somethin' back, I'ma put one in
If someone takes something from me, I will retaliate with violence.
When that drank came in, my cup turned darker then my lens
When I started drinking my dangerous beverage, my vision became distorted.
Who gon' protect me? I'm the protector of all my friends
Although I am the protector of my friends, I have no one to protect me if something goes wrong.
How the fuck you with me? You playin' detective, you ain't my twin
I am suspicious of anyone who tries to get too close to me and try to figure me out.
I'ma flood you a bag soon as that pack get dropped right in
I will immediately give you drugs as soon as they become available.
Wanna take that Bentley back because that GT ain't the same
I want to return the car I bought because it's not what I expected it to be.
We miss, gon' double back to make sure bro blow out the brain
If we miss a shot, we'll double back and make sure we finish the job by shooting the target's head.
I don't want you neither or your friend, y'all don't understand the pain
I don't want to be around you or your friends because you don't understand the suffering I've endured.
Of the life of a slime, mind on the grind, I can't waste my time
I am always on the hustle and I can't afford to waste any time.
'Cause now I'm up and they know it
I am successful now, and everyone knows it.
Ain't gotta picture me rollin'
There's no need for me to pretend to be successful because everyone already knows that I am.
'Cause when they see me, it's on me
When people see me, they automatically know that I'm the one in charge.
It could turn out bad or turn out good
Things could take a positive or negative turn, but I am prepared for either outcome.
But I'm still thuggin', throwin' up my hood
Despite my success, I will never forget where I came from and will always represent my roots.
And whenever that we meet, we gon' slide them
Whenever we encounter our enemies, we will attack them without warning.
Leave homicide to find them
We fully intend to commit homicide when we encounter our enemies.
Still ain't got my mind made up
I am still undecided about certain things and will continue to make decisions as they come.
Mask up before we blind him
We will wear masks before attacking our enemies so they won't be able to identify us.
Who gon' supply me? I'm the supplier of all my friends
Despite being a drug dealer, I don't have anyone to provide for me. I'm the one who provides drugs for my friends.
With you to the end, who gon' have my back when I'm locked in the pen?
I wonder who will be there for me when I'm locked up and alone in prison.
He was on that cocky shit, I already had one cocked in
Someone was acting too confident, so I was already prepared to shoot them.
Devil inside my cup, I let that drink become my friend
I know that my drink is dangerous, but I still drink it regularly because I've become used to it.
Lyrics © Ultra Tunes, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Kentrell Gaulden
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@waltoville7978
Who still here 2024⛹🏾♂️🔥🔥🕵🏾♂️
@chasecraig5900
Hyy
@xaeslime
Who tf gone protect me ? I’m the protector for all my friends 💯
@King-ts1bi
Ong feel tht went over heads
@xaeslime
King Nahfr
@DerrBeezy
Me, honestly but I gotta remember im not Superman 😓💯
@runitupdero
“Who gon’ supply me? I’m the supplier of all my friends”
@zayrhodes609
“how tf u with me playing detective u ain’t my twin”
@lchoppo1710
“Devil inside my cup I let that drink become my friend”😔🔥
@GaasUp.Solo214
“...mmmmmm mm mmm mm” that adlib on the 2nd hook after that so hard to me he hit that ho😭