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| Birth name | Demario Dewayne White Jr. |
| Born | September 22, 1991 Memphis, Tennessee, U.S. |
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| Years active | 2011–present |
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| Children | 4 |
DeMario DeWayne White Jr. (born September 22, 1991), known as Moneybagg Yo, is an American rapper from Memphis, Tennessee. He is famous for his melodic trap and Southern hip hop music style.
White signed with fellow Memphis rapper Yo Gotti's record label, Collective Music Group, in 2016. Later, he also partnered with Interscope Records. His mixtapes Federal 3X (2017) and 2 Heartless (2018) helped him become well-known. These mixtapes reached numbers five and 16 on the Billboard 200 chart.
His studio albums, Reset (2018), 43va Heartless (2019), Time Served (2020), and A Gangsta's Pain (2021), were all very successful. A Gangsta's Pain was his first album to reach number one on the charts. It also included the song "Wockesha," which made it into the top 20 of the Billboard Hot 100.
Moneybagg Yo has received many awards and nominations. He was nominated for a Grammy Award, an American Music Award, and an MTV Music Video Award. He also received four nominations for the iHeartRadio Music Awards. In 2021, he won the "Trapper of the Year" Award from rapper T.I..
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Early Life and Music Beginnings
DeMario DeWayne White Jr. was born on September 22, 1991, in South Memphis, Tennessee. He grew up in the Walker Homes area.
From a young age, Moneybagg loved hip hop music. He was inspired by artists like Boosie, Yo Gotti, Juvenile, and Future. He said he loved everything about their lives and dreams.
To escape tough times, Moneybagg started rapping to make a living. He began his career in 2011 with his first song, "F U Pay Me." In the years that followed, he released several mixtapes, including Da Block 2 Da Booth in 2012.
In a 2022 interview, Moneybagg shared that he made many sacrifices early in his career. He missed important family moments like birthdays and holidays to focus on his music. He wanted to provide for his children and become a successful artist.
Music Career Highlights
Releasing Mixtapes and First Album
In 2016, Moneybagg Yo released Federal Reloaded, a new version of his Federal series. This project featured other artists like Y Grizzle and Young Dolph. His next project, ELO (Everybody Lives On), included Yo Gotti and Quavo from Migos.
He continued working with Yo Gotti on their joint project, 2 Federal, released in October 2016. In February 2017, he released his mixtape Heartless, which reached number 177 on the Billboard 200. This mixtape featured YFN Lucci and Lil Durk.
In October 2017, Moneybagg released Federal 3X, his first project with Interscope Records. This mixtape featured only YoungBoy Never Broke Again. In November, he and YoungBoy released their mixtape Fed Baby's. This project included his first collaboration with Future, who was a fan of his music.
In 2018, Moneybagg Yo, his label Bread Gang, and N-Less Entertainment released a collection album called Moneybagg Yo Presents: NLess Ent x Bread Gang. On February 14, 2018, he released 2 Heartless, a follow-up to his Heartless project. It featured artists like Quavo, Yo Gotti, Lil Baby, and BlocBoy JB.
On July 27, 2018, he released the mixtape Bet On Me. It featured YoungBoy Never Broke Again, Lil Baby, and Gunna. Moneybagg Yo released his first studio album, Reset, in November 2018. It reached number 13 on the Billboard 200 chart.
Chart-Topping Albums and Hit Songs
In 2019, Moneybagg released his second studio album, 43va Heartless, in May. His third studio album, Time Served, came out in January 2020. This album included "All Dat" and "U Played," which were his first songs to appear on the Hot 100 chart.
Time Served reached number three on the Billboard 200, selling 66,000 copies in its first week. A deluxe version of the album was released in May. On June 30, 2020, he released "Said Sum," which became his highest-charting song as a main artist.
Moneybagg Yo and fellow rapper Blac Youngsta released a joint mixtape called Code Red in September 2020. Moneybagg also released a remix of "Said Sum?" featuring City Girls and DaBaby, which was included on the mixtape.
Moneybagg released his fourth studio album, A Gangsta's Pain, on April 23, 2021. It featured artists like Future, Polo G, Lil Durk, and Jhené Aiko. This album became his first number-one project, selling 110,000 copies in its first week on the Billboard 200. It returned to the top spot in its third week. On June 1, 2021, Moneybagg released "Rookie of the Year," a song dedicated to basketball player Ja Morant.
Recent Projects and Performances
In July 2022, Moneybagg Yo performed for many thousands of people at London's Wireless Festival. This was his first international show. He said, "Trap taking over the world now. It ain't limited no more." In June 2023, he released the mixtape Hard to Love, which reached number ten on the US Billboard 200.
In June 2024, he released his fifth studio album, Speak Now. This album features several well-known artists, including Chris Brown, Lil Durk, and Morgan Wallen. He released a deluxe version of the album on September 27, 2024, with new features. He also mentioned plans for another album later in 2024, describing it as having more "melodic vibes" for his female fans.
Personal Life
Moneybagg Yo has four children. He enjoys buying luxurious items and experiences for himself and his children. He often gives them expensive jewelry and other gifts. They also have a personal chef.
Moneybagg has become a very successful rap star from Memphis. He has said he earns a lot of money for his concerts. Because of his fame, he takes steps to ensure his safety, even when he is in his hometown. He is often accompanied by security guards.
In 2022, Moneybagg Yo confirmed that he moved to Atlanta, Georgia. He made this decision to find more peace and focus on his family.
Even though he lives in Atlanta, Moneybagg stays connected to his roots in South Memphis. He has invested in local businesses, like an alkaline water company called Vior. He also bought a large piece of land in the area. He plans to name this land after his late friend, Nuskie, and develop it into a community center, dirt bike paths, and a paintball course. He said, "This for my neighborhood."
Relationships
Moneybagg Yo has been in an on-and-off relationship with influencer Ari Fletcher since 2019.
Discography
Studio albums
- Reset (2018)
- 43va Heartless (2019)
- Time Served (2020)
- A Gangsta's Pain (2021)
- Speak Now (2024)
