NBA YoungBoy
Kentrell DeSean Gaulden
NBA YoungBoy is an American rapper from Baton Rouge, Louisiana active since 2015.
- Profession
- Rapper, Singer, Songwriter
- Born
- October 20, 1999
- Years active
- 2015–present
Early life
Raised in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Kentrell Gaulden built a massive following through prolific YouTube releases as a teenager.
Career
One of the most-streamed artists of his generation, he topped the charts with albums like "AI YoungBoy 2" and "Top" despite minimal radio presence.
Major achievements
He has multiple number-one albums driven almost entirely by streaming and a vast online fanbase.
Legacy
NBA YoungBoy exemplifies the streaming-era superstar built on direct fan connection.
References
Frequently asked questions about NBA YoungBoy
- What is NBA YoungBoy known for?
- NBA YoungBoy is an American rapper from Baton Rouge, Louisiana active since 2015. NBA YoungBoy is recognized as a rapper, singer, and songwriter.
- Where is NBA YoungBoy from?
- NBA YoungBoy is from Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
- When was NBA YoungBoy born?
- NBA YoungBoy was born on October 20, 1999, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
- What kind of music does NBA YoungBoy make?
- NBA YoungBoy's music spans Hip-hop, Trap, and Southern hip-hop.
- Is NBA YoungBoy still active?
- Yes — NBA YoungBoy has been active since 2015 and continues to work today.
- What record labels has NBA YoungBoy been associated with?
- NBA YoungBoy has been associated with Never Broke Again, Atlantic, and Motown.
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