YoungBoy Never Broke Again, also known as NBA YoungBoy, is an American rapper from Baton Rouge, Louisiana, active since the early 2010s. Associated with contemporary hip hop and Southern rap, his music blends melodic vocal delivery with raw, emotionally direct lyrics that often address street life, personal struggles, and relationships. He became known for prolific output of mixtapes and albums, a DIY approach to releasing music, and a vocal style that alternates between singing and rapping over trap-influenced production featuring heavy bass and hi-hat patterns. His work has been noted for its immediacy, confessional tone, and appeal among younger listeners.