The breakthrough project that catapulted NBA YoungBoy from a local Baton Rouge rapper to a national hip-hop sensation was released on October 27, 2016, at the tender age of 16. This project not only defined the Baton Rouge sound for a new generation but also served as his origin story. The title “38 Baby” pays homage to the 38th parallel of the Northside of Baton Rouge, the area where YoungBoy grew up. “38 Baby” stands out as one of the most raw, aggressive, and emotionally charged mixtapes by an artist of that age. It’s a sonic blend of pain songs and murder music, creating a unique and captivating listening experience. The title track, “38 Baby,” not only encapsulates the essence of the project but also helped establish YoungBoy’s “Never Broke Again” brand. It remains one of his most iconic songs to this day. In addition to the title track, YoungBoy delves into his newfound fame and the legal troubles that followed on his song “Gravity.” This track further highlights the challenges he faced in his career and the obstacles he had to overcome. With our new series, Class Mixtape Run, we are here to bring that feel back like it was 2016 all over again! On behalf of Audio Mack listen to it below!
