YNW Melly facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
YNW Melly
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YNW Melly’s mugshot in February 2019
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| Birth name | Jamell Maurice Demons |
| Also known as | Melly, Melvin |
| Born | May 1, 1999 |
| Origin | Gifford, Florida, U.S. |
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| Years active | 2016–2019 |
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| Relatives | YNW BSlime (brother) |
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| Criminal status | Facing legal challenges |
| Criminal charge | Legal proceedings ongoing |
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Date apprehended
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February 13, 2019 |
| Imprisoned at | Broward County, Florida, U.S. |
Jamell Maurice Demons (born May 1, 1999), known professionally as YNW Melly, is an American rapper and singer. He became famous in 2018 after releasing his song "Murder on My Mind". This song helped him get noticed by many people. It reached number 14 on the Billboard Hot 100 music chart.
After this success, he signed with 300 Entertainment. He then released his first mixtape, I Am You (2018). His next mixtape, We All Shine (2019), also did very well. Both mixtapes were popular and received gold certifications. We All Shine included the hit song "Mixed Personalities" with Kanye West. This song became double platinum. YNW Melly has continued to release music, including his albums Melly vs. Melvin (2019) and Just a Matter of Slime (2021). His music has remained popular despite some mixed reviews.
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Early Life and Beginnings
Jamell Demons was born on May 1, 1999, in Gifford, Florida. He was raised by his mother, Jamie Demons-King. His mother was very young when he was born. They later moved to a less wealthy part of Gifford. His mother worked hard to provide for their family.
Demons started sharing his songs online on SoundCloud when he was 15 years old. This was the beginning of his music career.
Music Career Highlights
Starting Out: 2016–2018
Jamell Demons chose the stage name "YNW Melly" in 2016. YNW stands for "Young ... World" or "Young New Wave." It is also the name of a music group he was part of. Other members included Anthony "YNW Sakchaser" Williams and Christopher "YNW Juvy" Thomas Jr.
In late 2017, he released his first music project, an EP called Collect Call. This EP featured songs with other well-known artists. In 2018, he released popular singles like "Virtual (Blue Balenciagas)" and "Melly the Menace." Other songs such as "4 Real" and "Butter Pecan" also gained many views on YouTube.
In August 2018, Demons released his first mixtape, I Am You. This mixtape appeared on the Billboard 200 chart.
Continued Success: 2019–2021
On January 18, 2019, YNW Melly released his second mixtape, We All Shine. This mixtape had 16 songs. It included collaborations with famous artists like Kanye West and Fredo Bang. A music video for "Mixed Personalities" featuring Kanye West was released with the album.
By March 2019, YNW Melly's songs had been streamed over 200 million times on Spotify. He had more than 10 million monthly listeners. His most popular song was "Murder on My Mind".
On November 22, 2019, Demons released his first studio album, Melly vs. Melvin. This album was very successful. It reached number eight on the Billboard 200 chart. This made it his highest-charting album so far. The album featured the song "223's", which reached number 34 on the Billboard Hot 100.
After a break from releasing new music, YNW Melly returned on March 5, 2021. He released "Thugged Out" with fellow artist Kodak Black. He also released other songs like "Pieces" featuring Queen Naija. Another song was "Bestfriend 4L" featuring Lil Tjay.
Musical Style
YNW Melly is known for his unique singing style. His music often combines catchy melodies with a raw, honest feel. He also sings soulful love songs.
Personal Life and Interests
YNW Melly has shared that he believes he has a second personality. He calls this other side "Melvin." He describes Melvin as the more intense part of his personality. He says "Melly" is his happy and loving side.
Discography
- Melly vs. Melvin (2019)
- Just a Matter of Slime (2021)
- Young New Wave (2024)
Images for kids
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A friendly robot
See also
In Spanish: YNW Melly para niños
