NBA YoungBoy

NBA YoungBoy is an American rapper. He gradually gained a cult following through his self-released mixtapes throughout 2015 to 2017 before debuting under major records company in midst 2017.

Furthermore, he’s also known for his extensive history of legal issues that involved a number of criminal run-ins and a civil lawsuit.

Career

NBA YoungBoy or also well-known as YoungBoy Never Broke Again started his career as a musician several years ago, when he dropped out of school and start making music.

YoungBoy made his first music in 2015, a mixtape with the title of Life Before Fame. Later, that mixtape was followed by the release of Mind of Menace, Mind of Menace 2, and also Before I Go.

After this Libra rapper began to release his next mixtape, 38 Baby, in 2016, he got more recognition and attention from the public.

Slowly, he gained popularity after he made another mixtape, Mind of Menace 3, in November 2016.

In 2017, YoungBoy made released an MV, 41, which featured several musicians, such as Yo Gotti, 21 Savage, Young Thug, Boosie Badazz, and also Meek Mill.

It was such one of his big achievements throughout his career, because no longer after that, one of his mixtapes, Al YoungBoy peaked into the 24th position for the Billboard 200.

YoungBoy made another big achievement in January 2018, when he released Outside Today and got the 31st position for the Billboard Hot 100.

Three months later, he released his first studio album, Until Death Call My Name, on April 27, 2018.

He then entered the top positions of the 2019 YouTube’s Top Music Artists in the United States.

Besides, he also got the 9th position as the best-selling artist for the 2019 Billboard Mid-Year Charts.

Later, YoungBoy then continued to release his mixtapes and songs, such as Still Flexin, Still Steppin (2020), 38 Baby 2 (2020), Top (2020), Sincerely, Kentrell (2021), and Colors (2022).

Profile

Real Name: Kentrell DeSean Gaulden
Stage Name: NBA YoungBoy / YoungBoy
Nickname: Lil Top, NBA YoungBoy, YoungBoy
Birthday: October 20, 1999
Birthplace: Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States
Zodiac Sign: Libra
Nationality: American
Religion: –
Profession: Rapper
Education: –
Hobbies: –
Facebook: NBA YoungBoy Official
Twitter: –
Instagram: –
TikTok: @nba_youngboy110
YouTube: YoungBoy Never Broke Again

Height, Weight, & Physical Appearance

Height: 173 cm (5’8″)
Weight: 68 kg (150 lbs)
Blood Type: –
Hair Color: Black
Eye Color: Dark brown
Body Measurements: 40-32-14 (Bust -40, Waist -32, and Arms -14 inches)
Shoe Size: 8 (US)

Family

Father: –
Mother: Sherhonda Gaulden
Brother: BWay Yungy, Ken Gaulden
Sister: –
Children: Kayden Gaulden, Taylin, Kamiri, Kacey, Armani Gaulden, Kodi Capri, Kentrell Jr., Alice Nora, Klemenza Tru, and Kamron

Wife, Girlfriend, & Dating History

Jazlyn Mychelle

NBA Youngboy started her romance with Jazlyn in 2020. She’s a model and social media influencer who often shared beauty and lifestyle contents on her page.

In April 2021, the couple welcomed a daughter, followed by the birth of their son a year later in September 2022.

The couple tied the knot in January 2023.

Net Worth

According to multiple sources, NBA Youngboy’s net worth is estimated to sit anywhere between $6 million and $10 million. He earns most of his income from his music career as he work as a rapper.

Controversies

Long History of Legal Issues

NBA Youngboy’s career has been filled with various legal problems, in which most of them started in 2016, as he’s arrested for being involved in a Baton Rouge shooting.

Since then, he has been arrested for domestic violence, gun and weapons possessions, aggravated assault, and even attempted murders.

Some of the cases he’s involved in have been resolved, however there are still some on-going cases.

Facts

YoungBoy once featured his sons, Kacey and Kayden, in his MV, Kacey Talk.
He was once arrested by the U.S. Marshals in 2016 before he began his concert in Texas.
He also was in jail until 2017.
YoungBoy was involved in Miami’s shooting incident in 2019 and injured his own girlfriend.
Many people praise his melodic voice and high-energy vocals.
He is one of the musicians who is consistent in making music.
Some parties admitted that he has a “rapid-fire pace” as his work ethic.
YoungBoy once broke his own neck while doing wrestling when he was just a toddler.
He got head brace injury during childhood.
His father spent his 55 years in prison.
He majorly got affection from his grandmother.
His grandmother died after he was free from the detention center.
He doesn’t want to marry in his life.
YoungBoy only wants to date some girls and live with them.
He couldn’t focus on his study, thus he dropped out of his school.
Vin Diesel is his favorite actor.
His favorite actress is Jennifer Lawrence.
His favorite dishes are Mexican foods.
His ideal type is…

Awards

2023 XXL Awards – The People’s Champ
2021 ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Music Awards – Winning Rap Songs – Bandit (with Juice WRLD)
2021 BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards – Most Performed R&B/Hip-Hop Songs – Bandit (with Juice WRLD)

Nominations

2022 Grammy Awards – Best Melodic Rap Performance – WusYaName (with Tyler, the Creator and Ty Dolla Sign)
2022 BET Hip Hop Awards – Best Duo/Group (with Birdman)
2022 BET Hip Hop Awards – Best Duo/Group (with DaBaby)
2019 BET Hip Hop Awards – Best Impact Track – I Am Who They Say I Am (with Kevin Gates and Quando Rondo)

Quotes

“I don’t really talk that much. I just watch and observe.”

“I know when people are with me or not. It’s an instinct.”

“I just know what I go through, and I know how to speak on it in an interesting way.”

“I don’t really trust nobody.”

“I just keep recording. You never know what you’ll come up with.”

“Without loyalty, you won’t accomplish anything.”

“I come from a rare place. It’s a different culture, different atmosphere, police crooked. Different emojis, and when I say emojis, I mean personalities.”

“I have all bad days. I think I need help. I got an anger problem. YoungBoy Never Broke Again I ain’t got nothing to prove to nobody.”

“I got a lot of money, but when you wealthy, that mean that your children is ballin’, your grandchildren is ballin’.”

“The only thing that scares me is dying.”

FAQs

Who is NBA YoungBoy?

He is an American rapper.

Who is NBA YoungBoy’s real name?

His real name is Kentrell DeSean Gaulden.

What makes NBA YoungBoy famous?

He’s famous through his self-released mixtapes throughout 2015 to 2017 before debuting under major records company in midst 2017, as well as for his extensive history of legal issues.

Where is NBA YoungBoy from?

He was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States.

How old is NBA YoungBoy?

He was born in 1999, and he is 24 years old as of 2023.

When NBA YoungBoy celebrates his birthday?

He celebrates on the 20th of every October.

How tall is NBA YoungBoy?

His height is 5’8″ or 173 cm.

Who are NBA YoungBoy’s parents?

His father’s name is not known, but his mother’s name is Sherhonda Gaulden.

Is NBA YoungBoy married?

Yes, he is married to Jazlyn Mychelle. They tied the knot in 2023.

Who is NBA YoungBoy’s ex-girlfriend?

His ex-girlfriends are Angel Reese, Young Lyric, Iyanna Mayweather, Kaylyn Marie Long, Bhad Bhabie, Jania Jackson, Malu Trevejo, Jania Bania, Starr Dejanee, and Nisha (Other).

He also used to be rumored to date Slim Danger, Nia Baby and Drea Symone.

How rich is NBA YoungBoy?

His net worth is around $6 million to $10 million.

What is NBA YoungBoy nationality?

His nationality is American.

NBA YoungBoy might get into several legal issues that sometimes become a burden for his career. Oppositely, he never gets tired to still being creative and satisfy his fans by his masterpiece.