Kentrell DeSean Gaulden, known professionally as YoungBoy Never Broke Again (NBA YoungBoy), is an American rapper, singer, and songwriter born on October 20, 1999, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He began his music career in 2015, releasing eight independent mixtapes between 2015 and 2017, which helped him build a regional following.
In 2017, he signed with Atlantic Records and Artist Partner Group, leading to the release of singles like “Untouchable” and “No Smoke,” both of which charted on the Billboard Hot 100.
His debut studio album, Until Death Call My Name (2018), peaked at number seven on the Billboard 200. He continued his success with subsequent releases, including AI YoungBoy 2 (2019), which debuted at number one on the Billboard 200.
As of March 20, 2025, NBA YoungBoy’s federal prison release date has been moved up to April 26, 2025, from the previous date of July 27, 2025. This update has generated excitement among fans eager for his return to the music scene.
While incarcerated, NBA YoungBoy has continued to engage with his audience through social media platforms. His official Instagram account, @nba_youngboy, has amassed over 11 million followers, though it currently has only 32 posts.
On his YouTube channel, YoungBoy Never Broke Again, he continues to release music videos, with recent uploads such as “Take Me Slow” and “On Me” garnering significant views.
For a glimpse of his recent work, you can watch the official video for “5 Night” below: